The numbers do not lie. According to the latest USDA Farms and Land in Farms report, released in mid-February 2026, the United States shed another 15,000 farms in 2025. Total farm operations…
Category: general ag
Why Farmers Should Prioritize Profit Over Yields in Tough Economic Times
In the competitive world of modern agriculture, the pursuit of record-breaking yields has long tempted farmers. Many have chased the excitement of surpassing a neighbor’s harvest or earning recognition at the local…
Rail Fee Lawsuit Shakes Up Grain Shipping in the Plains
In a move that could transform the landscape of grain transportation for farmers in the Great Plains, a group of agribusinesses and producers has filed a lawsuit challenging what they call anticompetitive…
What the Repeal of the Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding Means for Farmers
In a big move that could reshape environmental regulations across the United States, the Trump administration has repealed the 2009 Obama-era Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding. This EPA decision, announced by Administrator Lee…
EPA OKs Dicamba Again in 2026 – Stronger Rules, Same Old Drama
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced on February 6, 2026, the reinstatement of dicamba for over-the-top applications on dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybeans. This decision applies to the next two growing seasons across…
The 45Z Tax Credit Is a Ray of Hope for Farmers in a Tough Ag Landscape
The agricultural sector has faced a string of difficult headlines lately, such as low commodity prices, rising input costs, and ongoing market uncertainty. Yet amid this bleak news cycle, a recent development…
Reclaiming Wheat Means Better Health and Stronger Markets
Wheat has long been a cornerstone of the American diet, yet in recent years it has gained an undeserved reputation as something to avoid in pursuit of health. From low-carb trends to…
Why Annexation Is Killing Rural Communities, Turning Family Farms Into Server Farms
The annexation of rural land is accelerating the loss of America’s farmland, threatening the viability of family farms and the fabric of rural communities. As cities expand and big tech companies seek…
Extend MAHA to Embrace Natural Fibers for a Thriving American Agriculture
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative, launched by President Trump and led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., aims to tackle chronic diseases, enhance nutrition, and reduce healthcare costs through systemic…
Pesticide Makers’ Push for Immunity and Its Toll on American Agriculture
In recent years, a concerted effort has unfolded in state legislatures and Congress to grant pesticide manufacturers broad legal protections from lawsuits over the harms their products allegedly cause. This push, largely…