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Camelina gains momentum for U.S. biofuels
An industry push is moving camelina from a niche cover crop toward a potential feedstock for renewable diesel, biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuel in the United States. Farmers and agribusinesses point to improved seed lines and emerging demand from energy firms as the reason for renewed inte...
Declining Egg Prices Squeeze U.S. Farmers
U.S. egg producers are facing steep price declines as egg supplies recover and demand softens after severe HPAI outbreaks early in 2026. 21 million birds affected were reported between January and March, and detections have fallen to under 10,000 birds affected so far in May, hel...
USDA Raises 2027 Poultry Production Forecasts
The U.S. Department of Agriculture raised its expectations for poultry production in 2027, with broiler output pushed higher as producers respond to favorable margins and strong domestic demand. The USDA’s World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates now forecasts broiler production at ...
DOJ Files Statement in Corteva-Inari Seed Case
The Justice Department filed a statement of interest in the litigation between Corteva Agriscience and Inari Agriculture, arguing that the public must be able to access patented biological material to preserve innovation and competition in the seed sector. DOJ statement filed fra...
Next Gen Drives Precision Ag Adoption
Young farmers are pushing precision technology into more U.S. operations as producers cope with tighter margins and pressure to raise yields. New industry analysis finds that a modest productivity gain translates to significant dollars in the field: $66,000 per 1,000 acres can be...
Fertilizer Prices Climb on Strait of Hormuz Concerns
U.S. fertilizer markets are seeing notable year-over-year price increases as geopolitical headlines push volatility across global supply chains. Economists point to persistent unrest involving routes through the Strait of Hormuz and frequent market-moving news as primary drivers behind the higher...
HAT Podcast: Planting, Markets and Trade Talks
The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast covered planting progress, markets and trade developments in a new episode released this week. Hosts C.J. Miller, Greg Allen and Andy Eubank led the discussion and recapped field conditions and market moves from the Corn Belt on May 14, 2026 . The epis...
Thailand MOU Could Reopen U.S. Corn Exports
U.S. corn suppliers and Thai buyers signed a memorandum of understanding this spring to support future corn trade, creating a potential new outlet for American corn growers. Ryan LeGrand, president and CEO of the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council, said Thailand currently buys no U.S. corn, a stat...
Glyphosate Alternatives: Practical Weed Control Options for Gardens, Farms, and Public Spaces
Glyphosate is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world. It is commonly used to control broadleaf weeds and grasses in agriculture, gardens, orchards, vineyards, roadsides, industrial areas, and public landscapes. In the United States, glyphosate has been registered as a pesticide since 1974.
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Corteva launches Verpixo for sugarbeets
Corteva Agriscience announced the U.S. launch of Verpixo fungicide for sugarbeets, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has registered the product for use in the 2026 growing season. EPA registered 2026 The product centers on a new active ingredient, Adavelt, which the co... -
Canada, Mexico Clarify U.S. Pork Restrictions
U.S. officials said two small swine herds tested positive for pseudorabies, prompting Canada and Mexico to impose targeted export restrictions on certain pork products. The detections involved animals traced to operations in Iowa and Texas herds , and both trading partners notifie... -
Maryland Farmer Tests Soil Probes, On-Farm Lab
Chris Weaver is testing a cluster of new technologies on his 1,000-acre row-crop operation near Finksburg, Maryland, aiming to cut input costs and sharpen nutrient decisions. He combines in-furrow biologicals and foliar boosters with data collection tools as he balances rotation, weather risk and... -
FAPRI: Year‑Round E15 Helps Corn, Hurts Soybeans
A new Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI) analysis finds allowing year-round E15 sales would modestly boost ethanol demand and corn prices, but proposed changes to Small Refinery Exemptions (SREs) in the House bill could cut into overall farm income. FAPRI Director Seth Meyer ... -
USDA: Corn and Soybean Planting Ahead
New USDA crop progress numbers show U.S. farmers moving quickly through the 2026 spring planting season, with plantings for major row crops running ahead of recent averages. 57% corn planted nationally, the agency reports, compared with a five-year average of 52 percent. Soybean ... -
Resurrect Bio raises $10.3M to boost crop immunity
UK-founded Resurrect Bio has closed its Series A at a final $10.3 million, led by Corteva through the Corteva Catalyst platform and joined by several specialist agtech investors. $10.3M Series A expands on an earlier tranche and brings the startup’s total capital to $12.4 million... -
Improved sow productivity to lift 2027 pork output
The USDA's May World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report projects higher U.S. red meat output in 2027, forecasting total red meat production at 109 billion pounds , above 2026 levels as gains in pork and poultry offset reduced beef production. The agency cites improved... -
Federal Grazing Shift Could Free Western Ranchers
Federal action to rescind the Bureau of Land Management’s Public Lands Rule and to propose updated grazing regulations could give Western cattle and sheep producers more operational flexibility on public rangelands. Ranchers and permittees say the changes could allow quicker responses to weather,... -
Better broiler welfare begins with better metrics
The shift to measurable, outcome-based metrics is reshaping broiler welfare on U.S. farms, Karen Christensen, senior director for Animal Welfare at Tyson Foods, told attendees at the 2026 Georgia Precision Poultry Farming Conference. Producers, integrators and retailers are moving toward standard... -
Dairy technology eases labor shortages, boosts ROI
U.S. dairy farmers are turning to technology to cope with tightening labor supplies and larger herd sizes while trying to protect margins. Robotic milking often tops early purchases because it reduces repetitive labor and can be integrated into herd routines. Producers are also deploying health-m... -
Fertilizing Onions in May: Agronomists' Secrets for a Bigger Harvest
May is a crucial month for onion growth, when the plant actively develops vegetative mass and forms bulblets. Proper fertilizing during this time will help ensure large bulbs that will last until next spring. In this article, we'll discuss which fertilizers to choose and... -
House to Vote on Year-Round E15 Sales
The House of Representatives is scheduled this week to vote on legislation that would allow nationwide, year-round sales of E15 gasoline, a move aimed at expanding demand for corn-based ethanol. Year-round E15 vote has drawn bipartisan support in farm states but faces uncertain p...