Weed seeds spread quickly via wind, water, machines, and animals, accelerating herbicide resistance as species like Palmer amaranth and waterhemp produce massive seed volumes.

More U.S. soybean vessels are scheduled to load for China through mid-December, marking the first major shipments since May, after Chinese buyers booked nearly 2 million tons for 2025/26.

U.S. cattle processing plants saw fewer suppliers this year — down from 400 to 300 — as many young people can’t afford entry. High costs and volatile prices are pushing ranchers out, threatening the industry’s future.