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First FDA-Approved Solution Targets New World Screwworm in Cattle Herds
Zoetis Inc. announced FDA conditional approval of Dectomax-CA1 Injectable, the first product for New World screwworm (NWS). It prevents and treats infestations by Cochliomyia hominivorax larvae and offers 21-day reinfestation protection.
USDA Grain Stocks ‘Surprise’ With Larger Corn Inventories Than Expected
The USDA report pegged U.S. old-crop corn stocks as of Sept. 1, 2025, at 1.532 billion bushels, down 13% from a year ago but above the average trade expectation of 1.336 billion bushels.
Global ATGS MS Program at National Taiwan University (QS Rank # 63) is open to international students to apply for Fall 2026 entry
National Taiwan University's Global ATGS Master's program (QS World Rankings 63rd) is now open to international students for the Fall 2026 semester.
FAO hosts Global Conference on Sustainable Livestock Transformation
FAO Director-General QU Dongyu opened the 2nd Global Conference on Sustainable Livestock Transformation, emphasizing that adopting good practices is key to making livestock systems truly sustainable.
Harlem Globetrotters and Monique Coleman join FAO to spotlight youth leadership in agrifood systems at UN General Assembly
FAO highlighted youth’s key role in transforming agrifood systems, uniting sports, culture, and global policy at a dynamic event during the 80th UNGA.
Dry Soybeans Mean Hidden Yield Loss at Harvest
As combines begin to roll across the Midwest this fall, some farmers are facing soybeans that are coming in at just 9–10% moisture.
China Buys Argentine Soybeans After Tax Drop, Leaving U.S. Farmers Sidelined
Chinese buyers booked at least 10 cargoes of Argentine soybeansafter Buenos Aires on Monday scrapped grain export taxes, three traders said on Tuesday, dealing another setback to U.S. farmers already shut out of their top market and hit by low prices.
New World Screwworm Detected Just 70 Miles from U.S. Border
Less than 70 miles stands between the latest New World screwworm (NWS) detection and the U.S.-Mexico border, according to a statement by the USDA late Sunday, Sept. 21.
New PepsiCo and Unilever Initiative Helps Farmers Adopt Regenerative Ag Practices
PepsiCo and Unilever are partnering to launch an initiative designed to strengthen farmer-facing support organizations across North America.
Haiti: FAO and CERF launch emergency initiative to bolster rural food security amid climatic shocks, deportations and mass displacement
FAO and CERF have launched an emergency program in Haiti’s North and Centre to aid vulnerable, food-insecure households facing rising displacement, deportations, and worsening climate shocks.