As Congress returns to Washington on January 5, 2026, after the holiday recess, the long-overdue Farm Bill reauthorization takes center stage once again. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson has said…
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The Government Isn’t Our Friend, Regardless of Who’s In Power
As 2025 shifts to the rearview, America’s farmers are facing another one of the toughest years in decades. Low commodity prices, skyrocketing input costs, and trade disruptions have pushed many operations to…
Is Regenerative Agriculture a Practical Path Forward for American Farmers?
Regenerative agriculture has emerged as one of the most discussed approaches in modern farming. At its core, it focuses on practices that rebuild soil health, increase biodiversity, enhance water retention, and improve…
Europe’s Farmer Revolt Is a Stark Warning for American Agriculture
As 2025 draws to a close, Europe’s farmers are once again taking to the streets in force. Just weeks ago, in mid-December, thousands of tractors descended on Brussels. They blocked roads, lit…
8 Plots Against Agriculture: Who’s Really Threatening the Family Farm?
In an era where global elites discuss reshaping food systems under the banner of “sustainability,” and corporate giants tighten their grip on the supply chain, many farmers feel under siege. From misguided…
The Chainsaw Approach to Cuts at the USDA Threatens American Agriculture
The Trump administration has moved aggressively to shrink the federal government. One major target has been the United States Department of Agriculture. A recent report from the USDA Office of Inspector General…
The Fight for More Farm Aid: Is $12 Billion Enough to Save American Farmers?
American farm families are facing one of the toughest economic periods in decades, caught between low commodity prices, high input costs, and the lingering effects of trade disruptions. In early December 2025,…
How Government Subsidies Have Distorted American Farming
American agriculture is dominated by vast fields of corn and soybeans, year after year. These two crops cover millions of acres, often in monotonous rotation, supported heavily by taxpayer-funded subsidies. Yet demand…
Could Trump Reclassifying Marijuana Be a Potential Game-Changer for American Farmers?
President Donald Trump is poised to sign an executive order reclassifying marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. This shift, anticipated possibly this week, acknowledges the plant’s…
The Overlooked Essential: Water Access for American Farmers
In agriculture, inputs like seeds, fertilizers, and equipment often dominate discussions. Yet water stands as one of the most critical and frequently overlooked resources. Without reliable access to sufficient water, even the…