The specter of bird flu has loomed large over America’s poultry industry in recent years, sparking heated debates about how to curb its spread. With over 160 million birds already culled in…
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Shifting Gears: Why Biofuels, Not Electric Vehicles, Could Drive American Agriculture Forward
For years, the U.S. government has poured significant financial resources into promoting electric vehicles (EVs), a technology that, despite the hype, remains impractical for many Americans and unpopular relative to its ambitious…
The Financial Aid Predicament for Farm Kids: Navigating the “Land Rich, Cash Poor” Dilemma
In the heartland of America, a unique challenge confronts the children of farmers and ranchers when they reach the age of higher education. Despite the apparent wealth of owning vast swathes of…
USDA Forecasts a Bright Horizon for U.S. Agricultural Economy in 2025
In a much-needed burst of good news for American farmers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has forecasted a significant rebound in farm income for 2025. After enduring several challenging years, this…
Back to Basics: USDA’s Focus on Agriculture Over Activism Welcomed by Farmers
In a move that has sparked both controversy and support, the Trump administration has directed the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to cleanse its official websites of references to “LGBT” and…
Trump Cuts Financial Aid to South Africa Amid Land Expropriation Controversy & Farm Attacks
In a bold move that has reignited debates on land rights and racial politics, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the cessation of all financial aid to South Africa. This decision comes…
Navigating New Tariffs: The Double-Edged Sword for American Agriculture
President Donald Trump’s announced tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, set to take effect on February 1, 2025, have sparked significant discussion regarding their potential impacts on various sectors of the…
RFK Jr.’s Confirmation Hearings for HHS Secretary: A Focus on Farming and the Future of American Agriculture
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump’s controversial pick for Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), faced intense scrutiny during his Senate confirmation hearings on January 29 and…
Understanding the FARM Act: A Step Toward Protecting U.S. Agriculture
The Foreign Adversary Risk Management (FARM) Act, recently reintroduced in Congress, focuses on addressing national security concerns related to foreign ownership of American agricultural land. Initiated by Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and…
US Lawmakers Introduce the Farm to Fly Act – What It Means for American Farmers
In a significant move that could reshape the agricultural landscape, a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators has reintroduced the “Farm to Fly Act,” aiming to bolster the production and development of Sustainable…