History of importing beef and whether it has worked from the cattle industry’s perspective is discussed in today’s Ag News Daily interview. Plus the latest in markets, crops, weather and livestock news across the country. Agriculture news this week includes both wins and missed opportunities in trade. China purchased its first three cargoes of U.S. soybeans this week and announced intentions to buy 12 million metric tons before year-end. Additional headlines include the Senate pushing back on President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, how the latest Federal Reserve rate cut could impact farm borrowing costs, and what it all means for agriculture. This week’s interview hears insight from Ethan Lane, Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. He shares whether the latest policy intentions have surprised the association, if importing beef lowers grocery prices, and the organization’s top federal priorities for the year ahead. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!
This week’s agriculture news highlights harvest progress across the Midwest and the latest developments following President Trump’s recent comments about plans to import beef to lower prices. The conversation continues with the administration’s report released Wednesday, sparking strong reactions from cattle producers and farm groups nationwide. This week’s show covers agriculture news across the sector including crops, cattle and dairy. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the reopening of Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices nationwide to release more than $3 billion in delayed funding to support farmers. Meanwhile, producers are voicing concerns over the administration’s beef import proposal, one of three new priorities aimed at addressing high beef prices. We’ll also share updates on the growing momentum for year-round E15 access, insights from the Farmer Business Network’s 2026 Crop Protection Market Report, and new developments in the ongoing U.S.-China trade dispute over soybeans. For this week’s interview, Wyffels Hybrids Technical Product Manager Brent Tharp joins the podcast with a harvest update. He discusses field observations, disease pressure, how fungicides made a difference this season, and how Wyffels’ new harvest reporting tools are keeping farmers informed despite the lack of federal Crop Progress Reports due to the government shutdown. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!
This week on Ag News Daily, the latest reports cover a wide range of stories across agriculture from policy and markets to equipment sales and international trade. This week’s agriculture news highlights what farm groups are urging Congress to address as the federal government shutdown enters its 17th day. Trade developments continue as an upcoming meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is reportedly back on the schedule. Meanwhile, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers released its latest report showing that U.S. tractor sales, while down overall, are beginning to show signs of recovery in September. Additional headlines include ongoing challenges for specialty crop producers, a lawsuit settlement requiring Tyson Foods and Cargill to pay claims over alleged beef price fixing, and turkey prices that could play a major role in Thanksgiving spending this year. This week’s interview with Angie Setzer, partner at Consus Ag Consulting LLC. The discussion focuses on the continuing challenges of losing China as a key U.S. soybean customer, what farm groups might be overlooking compared to the last U.S.-China trade war, and her take on this year’s potentially smaller crop and the potential impacts on growers. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!
This week’s agriculture news highlights the ongoing impacts of the federal government shutdown, positive updates in state ag policy, and conversations within the dairy industry. Agriculture headlines this week include the suspension of USDA reports due to the government shutdown, California’s official approval of E15 fuel sales, updates on national biofuel plans and soybean tariffs, and how low Mississippi River levels could influence crop pricing. We also cover the latest CME/Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer results on farmer sentiment, a lawsuit moving forward that challenges USDA’s electronic identification (EID) tag requirements, the new wage rate rule for the H-2A program now in effect and celebrations for both National Co-op Month and National Farmer’s Day! Today’s first interview is with Elizabeth De Vries-Dykstra and Bram DeVries of 4-D Ag Fashion and World discussing the state of the dairy industry and why high-visibility (HI-VES) workwear is becoming increasingly important for farms and insurance purposes. They also share insight into whether farmers are still investing in equipment and facility upgrades Another conversation on today’s episode is with Suzanne Fanning, Chief Marketing Officer for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. She highlights the state’s checkoff latest campaign, aiming to strengthen the connection between consumers, farmers and the people behind dairy products. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!
This week’s agriculture news covers the impact of the government shutdown on agriculture and the latest updates in soybeans, including a discussion on toxins in dairy nutrition. This week’s agriculture news covers the uncertainty surrounding the government shutdown and its impact on the industry, Corteva’s decision to split into two companies, new investments aimed at boosting soybean export capacity, and the rise in farm bankruptcies. Other highlights include the approval of the first drug to treat and prevent New World screwworm, a major ag equipment company appealing a right-to-repair lawsuit, and coverage from World Dairy Expo from discussions on the Federal Milk Marketing Order and attendee perspectives are on this week’s episode. This week’s episode also takes us to World Dairy Expo for a conversation with Aldo Rossi, DVM, director of veterinary services at Amlan International. He shares how a holistic gut-health approach can improve cow comfort and long-term animal performance. The discussion highlights why single-toxin strategies may not be enough when addressing risks in dairy nutrition. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!
This week on Ag News Daily, we cover fall harvest safety tips, USDA and ag policy updates, a confirmed case of New World screwworm just 70 miles from the Texas border, a new precision agriculture report and more top ag news. Agriculture headlines covered this week include market updates with Chinese soybean buyers booking Argentina’s soybeans, the latest USDA reports on cattle on feed, milk, and egg production, and news of the first pork processor suing California over Proposition 12. The Rural Mainstreet Index shows farmland prices falling for the 16th time in 17 months, while farm equipment sales have dropped for the 25th consecutive month. Other top stories include a major equipment manufacturer shifting combine production to Germany and the latest update on USDA staffing cuts This week’s interview features farmer and AgriSafe Network agricultural health liaison, Linda Emanuel. In recognition of National Farm Safety and Health Week, she highlights the latest trends in where accidents are occurring on farms and emphasizes AgriSafe’s growing focus on mental health resources for the ag community. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!
This week on Ag News Daily, we cover efforts to expand demand for corn and soybean growers, insights of an animal activist report, and share the latest updates in dairy and cattle markets. Plus, we break down takeaways for agriculture from the newest MAHA Commission report. Agriculture headlines on this week’s podcast include potential aid for crop growers, two new reports on vegan and animal activist movements nationwide, Nebraska’s first H5N1 avian flu case in a dairy herd, and McDonald’s investment in farmers’ regenerative agriculture practices. Additional stories feature a new economic impact report on fairs across the country, plus the latest weather, market, and fertilizer updates. In this week’s interview, Elizabeth Burns-Thompson, Executive Director of the Modern Ag Alliance, discusses the latest MAHA Commission report — the Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy. This 20-page report follows the nearly 100-page version released earlier this year. She explains what it means for agriculture, how state governments may build on it and why it’s vital for farmers to share their stories. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!
This week on Ag News Daily, we cover China buying 95% of its soybeans from South America, the challenges and opportunities for U.S. growers and why BASF says innovation and flexibility remain key for growers. This week’s agriculture news covers mixed reactions from the ag community to the Department of Health and Human Services’ Make Our Children Healthy Again strategy. We also break down recent trade wins and losses, the latest farm bill update and California’s move toward legalizing E15. Other top headlines include a new soybean processing facility in South Dakota and the latest avian influenza outbreak. In this week’s interview, Tanner Winterhof spoke with BASF’s Scott Kay and Bryan Perry at this year’s Farm Progress Show to discuss their latest innovations from BASF’s 0% financing program to new opportunities for soybean growers, and why the company invests 11 cents of every dollar into research and development. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!
This week’s agriculture news highlights policy developments as Congress returns to session, including updates on labor, environmental regulations and water policy. We also bring insights from Bayer Crop Science on the future of short corn. A federal district court in Louisiana recently vacated part of the 2023 Adverse Effect Wage Rate Rule, specifically the H-2A disaggregation provision. Meanwhile, the Environmental Protection Agency has withdrawn proposed revisions to wastewater regulations for meat and poultry processors. Looking ahead, the Trump administration is preparing to propose a new Clean Water Act rule in the coming weeks. Additional reports point to a projected increase in U.S. net farm income in 2025, along with new insights on ag export trends. A conversation on the future of short corn, in addition to what it provides to growers, is this week’s interview with two voices from Bayer Crop Science: NA Technical Product Lead for Preceon™ Devin Hammer and Digital Enablement Product Lead Andy Folta. They share how shorter, thicker stalks benefit the plant, the length of time Bayer has been testing the Preceon™ Smart Corn System, and how short corn can also be utilized for silage. This discussion took place at the recent Farm Progress Show with Ag News Daily Co-Host Tanner Winterhof. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos! ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW IRM, WHERE APPLICABLE, GRAIN MARKETING AND ALL OTHER STEWARDSHIP PRACTICES AND PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. ©2025 Bayer Group. All rights reserved.
This week, Tanner highlights a new partnership unveiled at the Farm Progress Show, the latest trade developments impacting the agriculture sector, and the top ag headlines you need to know. Agriculture headlines this week include findings from the Midwestern crop tour, which identified Minnesota as a top contender for strong harvest yields this fall. We also cover the confirmation of a human case of New World Screwworm, announced after a delayed press release, and plans for a renamed facility focused on addressing mycotoxins. Additional updates include trade developments with China, India, and the European Union and their impact on U.S. agriculture, along with a look at food prices heading into the Labor Day weekend. From the Farm Progress Show, our interview features Mike Newland of the Propane Education & Research Council. He shares insight on this year’s new partnership at the show, a recent report raising concerns about the U.S. electric grid, and the versatility propane brings to modern agriculture. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!