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EPA chief aims to set biofuel quotas by Dec. 20
EPA officials have maintained that the agency’s plan is consistent with a White House-brokered agreement. By Mario Parker and Jennifer A. DlouhyThe EPA is seeking to issue a final rule setting 2020...
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Bayer agrees to postpone Roundup trials
Delay allows for mediation talks to continue in cases where plaintiffs claim Roundup causes cancer By Tim LohBayer AG agreed to postpone two upcoming U.S. trials involving its Roundup weedkiller to...
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U.S., China discuss amount of farm purchases
Larry Kudlow says the two sides are in “almost around-the-clock” negotiations on some of the most “delicate” matters. By Brendan Murray and Jonathan FerroThe U.S. and China are trying to agree on the...
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These tools will make hay producers smile
What’s New From the Shows: Shiny new equipment with the latest technology could simplify hay and forage production. If you chart changes in hay and forage harvesting over the decades, two major...
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Still harvesting? Call your crop insurance agent
Producers must file Notice of Loss by Dec. 10 to request extension of time to harvest Producers who are facing a delay in harvesting their crop and who participate in the federal crop insurance...
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Secretary Perdue optimistic on China, USMCA deals
Whether deal is millimeters or miles away remains unknown, ag secretary shares at NGFA conference. Trade uncertainty remains top of mind for those in agriculture, and a main point of discussion for...
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Lunar New Year festivities expected to lift demand for pork
New cases of African swine fever continue to pop up even as China's hog herd starts to recover from disease By Bloomberg NewsThe worst impact of African swine fever may be over, but that doesn’t mean...
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Vietnam proposes to reduce tariffs on U.S. ag products
Vietnam views tariff cuts as way to help country create better trade balance with U.S. By Nguyen Xuan QuynhUnder pressure from the U.S., Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance is proposing to reduce tariffs on...
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Farm Progress America, December 10, 2019
Max Armstrong shares insight on a lawsuit filed to challenge a California standard for selling meat in the state Max Armstrong takes a look at California's Proposition 12, which is being challenged by...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Dec. 10, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about support for Celadon Trucking employees, snow-related accidents in Minnesota, 2019 harvest progress and more. Celadon Trucking Company, Indiana, filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy....
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Trump administration will sign off on USMCA changes today
Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross tells Fox Business 'we're within inches, maybe millimeters of a deal.' By Kathleen Miller and Jordan FabianCommerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said the U.S., Mexico, and...
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USMCA debated on Twitter, praised by ag groups
U.S., Mexico, Canada to sign 'initial deal' today finalizing trade agreement. Mexico, Canada and the U.S. will sign the USMCA on Tuesday in Mexico, Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said...
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Lopez Obrador says USMCA will be signed today
U.S. House Democrats confident they can pass the deal as soon as next week By Justin Villamil, Lorena Rios and Erik WassonMexico, Canada and the U.S. have all agreed to sign the USMCA regional trade...
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U.S. unlikely to impose new Chinese tariffs on Dec. 15
U.S. and Chinese negotiators may be drawing closer to 'phase one' accord By Isis Almeida and Shawn DonnanThe U.S. is unlikely to impose extra tariffs on a new $160 billion swath of Chinese goods...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Dec. 10, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about the Eyes on 94 campaign, a vehicle pileup, trade uncertainty and Christmas carols in the combine this year. Some parts of I94 in the Heartland will see increased police...
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Florida professor receives award from American Agri-Women
AAW Veritas award goes to University of Florida professor Dr. Kevin Folta Dr. Kevin Folta received the 2019 Veritas Award at the American Agri-Women National Convention.Folta is a professor of...
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CHS board adds two new members
New members are Hal Clemensen of South Dakota and Kevin Throener of North Dakota. Five board members were elected to three-year terms during the CHS cooperative's 2019 Annual Meeting held Dec. 5-6 In...
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Farm Progress Show, Husker Harvest Days give back to communities
Numerous organizations partner with Farm Progress Show, Husker Harvest Days to raise money Farm Progress events substantially contribute to the business economies surrounding its show host communities...
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House plans to vote on USMCA next week
Senate won't take up USMCA until it finishes impeachment trial. By Erik WassonHouse Democrats embraced the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement after securing key revisions and announced plans to vote...
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Farm Progress America, December 11, 2019
Max Armstrong offers news about one farmer who had to take on USDA over land he bought Max Armstrong shares the story of Charles Hood, who has had significant issues with USDA. He bought 30 acres near...
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