MCOOL Amendment Moves Forward
Friday, September 18, 2026 6:39AM CDT
Senate lawmakers advanced mandatory country-of-origin labeling for beef in the Farm Bill, drawing support from cattle groups and opposition from industry organizations over costs.
Blueprint for Growth -- 3
Friday, September 18, 2026 4:53AM CDT
Of all the potential changes to corn's future architecture, none looms larger than its height. Shorter hybrids offer new advantages compared to colossal cousins.
NWS Zones Released Across Texas
Thursday, September 17, 2026 4:32PM CDT
USDA and Texas officials are lifting New World screwworm quarantine zones as cases decline, citing successful surveillance, sterile-fly releases, and coordinated efforts to contain spread.
ARC/PLC Enrollment Begins
Thursday, September 17, 2026 12:44PM CDT
USDA announced enrollment began Sept. 16 for the 2026 crop year and will run through Dec. 11. USDA also will open ARC/PLC enrollment for the 2027 crop year from Nov. 2 through March 15, 2027.