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2025.11.05
This W.F. Larson-Built Ford 4000 High Crop Tractor on Stilts Comes with a Fascinating Tale From the ’70s
W.F. Larson Company modified Ford 4000 tractors into rare “high-crop” models with over 5 ft ground clearance for specialty farming. Around 3,000 were made. Larson later shifted from farm machinery to amusement ride manufacturing, marking a unique legacy.
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2025.11.04
USDA Misses Fifth Crop Progress Report as Shutdown Drags Into November
USDA’s Crop Progress report was delayed for a fifth week due to the government shutdown. Private estimates indicate the fall harvest is nearly complete, with corn at around 83% harvested and soybeans at about 91% as of Sunday.
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2025.10.31
Mexico Agriculture Secretary Says Still No Date for Restarting Cattle Exports to U.S.
Mexico and the U.S. have not yet set a date to resume Mexican cattle exports, as authorities continue responding to the ongoing screwworm parasite outbreak.
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2025.10.30
FAO Statistical Yearbook 2025 highlights new indicator on dietary diversity
FAO released its 2025 Statistical Yearbook with global food and agriculture data, including a new dietary diversity indicator. The digital edition adds improved forest product trade data and interactive tools for policy use.
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2025.10.29
U.S. Lawmakers Share Concerns About Consolidation in Seed, Fertilizer Industries
U.S. Sen. Grassley urged ending phosphate fertilizer tariffs and addressing consolidation in seed and fertilizer markets, saying farmers lack fair pricing. Lawmakers warned the crisis threatens family farms and called for stronger competition.
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2025.10.28
Fourth USDA Crop Progress Report Lost to Shutdown as Harvest Nears Finish
The USDA’s 30th Crop Progress report was delayed for the fourth straight week due to the government shutdown, halting all October reports. Only four reports remain for the 2025 season, with the final set for Nov. 24.
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2025.10.27
Why Are Corn and Soybeans at the Heart of India-U.S. Trade Talks?
Trump said he discussed trade with Prime Minister Modi, who pledged India would curb Russian oil imports. After U.S. sanctions on Russian producers, Indian refiners signaled major cuts, boosting prospects for a U.S.-India trade deal.
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2025.10.23
What’s in USDA’s New Plan to ‘Fortify the American Beef Industry’?
USDA announced a plan to boost the beef industry via deregulation, processing expansion, and market access after cattle prices fell following Trump’s tariff-related comments and talk of importing beef from Argentina.
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2025.10.22
Tariffs Are Already Shifting Fertilizer Supply Chains, Increasing Costs, Study Finds
U.S. fertilizer imports shifted after Trump’s 10% tariff. Potash imports from tariffed nations dropped 31%, while untariffed Russian imports rose sharply. Urea and nitrogen supplies also pivoted to Russia as buyers avoided higher-tariff sources.
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2025.10.21
Arkansas Lawmakers Urge Feds to Help Farmers Stay Afloat in Struggling Industry
Arkansas lawmakers warned that rising costs and weak demand are forcing farmers out of business. They urged Congress to renew the expired farm bill and provide urgent federal aid before year’s end to prevent widespread farm closures and economic fallout.