The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a significant investment of $1.7 billion aimed at strengthening food security and supporting rural economies. This initiative, funded through ...

The recent strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association has halted operations at major East Coast and Gulf of Mexico ports, disrupting the export of significant US commodities such as cotton ...

In response to the labor disputes at East and Gulf Coast ports, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a statement assuring the public of minimal impact on food supply and prices in the ...

Pork is one of the most popular meats worldwide, boasting over 110 distinct flavor nuances. It is a "carrier food," meaning it easily adopts the flavors of various cuisines, complementing dishes with ...

This week, US farmers made significant headway in the soybean harvest, with progress now at 26%, which is above the pre-report trade guess and also ahead of historical averages. This surge reflects a ...

The recent expiration of the 2018 farm bill extension on September 30 has already begun to affect U.S. farmers and ranchers, leaving them without crucial programs and creating uncertainty for future ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is celebrating the 60th anniversary of National Cooperative Month by reinforcing its commitment to rural cooperatives with more than $17 billion in ...

Overall, Wisconsin's small grains sector displayed mixed results, with notable increases in production for some crops, while others faced yield challenges.

Matt Ruark, a professor and extension specialist in the UW-Madison Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, has been appointed as the faculty director of the Dairy Innovation Hub. In this role, ...

The final week of September 2024 proved highly productive for Wisconsin farmers, with the USDA reporting 6.2 optimal days for fieldwork. This period saw minimal precipitation and warmer-than-usual ...

R-CALF USA, along with 45 other agricultural organizations, is urging Congress to overturn a USDA rule requiring electronic ear tags (EID) for cattle and bison crossing state lines. Set to be enforced ...

The Administration is rebooting nuclear energy in the Midwest. This initiative, part of the Investing in America agenda, aims to revive the previously shuttered Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan. A ...