USDA Confirms Disease in US Swine
Friday, May 1, 2026 3:33PM CDT
Pseudorabies has been detected in commercial swine in Iowa and Texas for the first time since its 2004 eradication, likely contracted from feral hogs. USDA APHIS and state officials are working to contain the outbreak, stressing the disease poses no food safety risk to consumers.
Women Soybean Farmers Removed From USB
Friday, May 1, 2026 2:58PM CDT
The Trump administration rejected five farmer nominees to the United Soybean Board -- including four experienced women farmers -- without explanation, raising questions about the White House's role.
House Passes Farm Bill But Strips E15
Thursday, April 30, 2026 12:33PM CDT
After a contentious day on Wednesday driven primarily by Republican divisions on E15, lawmakers began debating amendments to the farm bill essentially overnight. The House then came back Thursday morning to vote on several amendments and pass the bill. The bill passed with some bipartisan support.
12 NE Farmers to Receive $1M on Claims
Thursday, April 30, 2026 12:32PM CDT
Twelve Nebraska farmers will receive 90% of claims against a $1 million bond after Hansen-Mueller Co. filed bankruptcy, leaving them about $100,000 short.