New milk processing facility set to open in Robinson
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Walmart announced the planned opening of their new milk processing facility in Robinson. The plant is expected to open in 2026 and create nearly 400 new jobs in the [...]
CME Group takes measures to improve cattle futures
CME Group recently announced new changes to help further stabilize the cattle futures market. The new measures are a collaboration [...]
Commodity estimates could fall short of survey predictions
As farmers continue to harvest, yield estimates could fall short of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) survey predictions, according to [...]
Meat consumption on the rise
Americans are once again eating more meat. Falling prices have brought many back to the table, according to Progressive Farmer, [...]
Sanderson Farms defends antibiotic use
The poultry industry has seen a shift to cage-free and raised without antibiotics. But one major poultry processor is standing [...]
AFBF joins nationwide immigration reform campaign
Business and agricultural groups that have struggled to push congressional action on immigration reform for years are hoping there will [...]
National Farmers Market Week underway
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack proclaimed Aug. 7-13 as National Farmers Market Week to honor and celebrate the important role that [...]
Three ways to build your shotgun skills
A little warm-up before dove season is always a good idea. A short online video demonstrates three everyday exercises that [...]
USDA announces $11.2 million for American dairy farmers
The American dairy industry is receiving a virtual shot in the arm from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The agency [...]