Agriculture
RFD News Farm Legal Expert Roger McEowen discusses what he calls “the nitrogen paradox,” fertilizer market dynamics, and how to approach fertilizer decisions moving forward.
Farm leaders say rising costs and weak prices are forcing producers to reduce rice plantings.
American Sugar Alliance members discuss their annual symposium this week in Colorado, trade concerns, Farm Bill priorities, and conditions on their farming operations.
New government data shows diesel demand is running nearly 5 percent above last year’s pace, while inventories remain about 9 percent below the five-year average.
Business & Markets
Strong demand is keeping grain moving, but higher transportation costs could pressure producer returns.
Analysts say revisions and weaker breeding numbers suggest meaningful herd rebuilding has yet to begin.
Changing fuel-credit rules could reshape future dairy digester investments while current incentives remain in place.
USDA data shows rising production costs offset much of the benefit from higher commodity prices.
Lifestyle & Entertainment
High school students are exploring agriculture, leadership and future careers through the Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation program.
National 4-H Council’s Heather Elliott discusses the Roth Scholars Program, how the Leadership Academy prepares young people for the future, and the community impact created by the program’s first class.
Maverick Minute Foundation president Doster Harper shares the organization’s mission, community safety initiatives, and the importance of taking a minute to pause before dangerous work on the farm.
