As the world’s leading sorghum exporter, the United States typically ships more than Australia and Argentina. In 2024, exports totaled 5.24 MMT and were valued at $1.38 billion. China has been the ...
The farm economy remains under pressure as farmers handle high production costs and low crop prices. Many families in rural communities are uncertain about the future, especially as the country has ...
Holiday food shopping in 2025 reflects rising costs in several categories along with helpful value options from major grocery chains. Food prices have begun rising faster than in previous months.
The county is home to 767 farms, with agriculture using 77.9% of its total land area. Although farming represents 1.2% of the county’s employment, its economic and cultural impact is far greater.
“Organic farmers are experts in their fields, and their perspectives must guide decisions about agricultural research, education, and policy,” said Brise Tencer, executive director of OFRF. “This ...
Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica) took part in the national Farm Credit Fly-In in Washington, D.C., joining more than 800 participants from across the Farm Credit System. The event brought ...
The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s Promotion and Education Committee is preparing to host its one-day Cultivate & Connect Conference on February 21 at the Best Western Bridgewood Resort in Neenah.
The 2026 Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum is set for Tuesday, January 27, on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. This year’s theme, “Agriculture and Trade: The Wisconsin Experience,” ...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) have introduced a new wetland mitigation initiative designed ...
The cost of a traditional Thanksgiving meal in Wisconsin has climbed this year, with Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s annual Marketbasket survey reporting a 6.7% increase. The survey’s total for a classic ...
She performs a wide range of daily tasks, showing how important a trained livestock dog can be for farm operations. Her main responsibility is herding the sheep each evening and guiding them safely ...
Cattle markets have gone through a turbulent period, shifting from strong gains in mid-October to steep declines only weeks later. Prices had been setting new highs, and the market seemed confident ...