September brings a focus on farm safety and health, but the issues raised are important every day, agricultural experts say. (Journal Courier)

Between low commodity prices and unexpected supply chain complications due to COVID-19, hog farmers continue to call for federal assistance. (National Hog Farmer)  

Representatives of the Illinois Departments of Natural Resources, Transportation and Agriculture, and the Environmental Protection Agency signed onto the Illinois Monarch Action Plan on Friday. (KHQA)  

One more case of African swine fever (ASF) has been confirmed in a wild boar in the eastern German state of Brandenburg, the agriculture ministry said on Monday. (Reuters)

States such as Virginia, Oregon and Washington have created their own enforceable rules to control, prevent and mitigate the spread of the virus among farmworkers. But federal mandates are necessary … Read More

So how does an international company like Frito-Lay get the corn for its various corn chips? From farmers like the Steve Korte family. (The Paducah Sun

After stockpiling early in the coronavirus pandemic, Americans continue to turn to Costco Wholesale Corp. to buy bulk quantities of groceries and cleaning supplies. (Wall Street Journal)

Local vineyards have entered a busy time of year. It’s the traditional grape harvesting season in Illinois. (WSIL)  

Nearly 23% of people with obesity in the United States have reported food insecurity, compared with 15% of people with moderate weight. This association with obesity has doubled since 1999–2000, … Read More

The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and the Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America (ASHCA) announced a partnership on September 22 during National Farm Safety and Health Week. … Read More