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Ag Leaders Weigh in on Disaster Aid, Trade Deals, and Biofuel Policy
USDA is beginning phase two of its disaster relief program. Officials discuss trade aid timing, agriculture items in the funding deal, the China trade deal’s impact on meat exports, and biofuel goals like year-round E15.
The pioneering dairy farmer keeping calves with their mothers
At most, traditional dairy farms calves are separated from their mothers within 24 hours of their birth.
Animal welfare 'priority' in wake of vet changes
Isle of Man may face a farm-vet shortage after Milan Veterinary Practice planned to withdraw. Services continue only temporarily. Government and industry are seeking long-term solutions to protect livestock welfare.
U.S.–China Soybean Deal: Comparing Past Export Levels and Global Market Impacts
The new U.S.–China deal guarantees China will buy 12 million tons of U.S. soybeans in late 2025 and 25 million tons yearly through 2028—still below the recent five-year average of about 29 million tons.
Australia Welcomes Trump’s Removal of Beef Tariffs, Seeks More Relief
Australia welcomed Trump’s removal of U.S. beef tariffs but urged the U.S. to scrap all remaining tariffs on Australian goods, saying it would further benefit its beef exporters and trade ties.
Should U.S. Growers Look to Africa as the Next Big Market? Understanding Africa’s Food and Oil Demand Trends
Sub-Saharan Africa’s food imports are growing faster than production, creating new demand for U.S. exports. While soybean oil isn’t yet a market leader—it trails palm oil—industrial and urban demand for food oils is rising rapidly.
Cattle Futures Shift Amid Policy Uncertainty
Cattle futures declined amid confusion about Donald Trump’s beef-import plans and potential reopening of Mexican cattle imports. Despite strong demand and tight domestic supply, the uncertainty triggered volatility in the market.
Brazilian Plants Cleared to Export Sorghum, Distillers Grains to China
Brazil has secured approvals for exports to China: 10 Brazilian processing plants cleared to export sorghum, and 5 plants cleared to ship corn-based dried distillers grains (DDG and DDGS) to China for animal feed.
‘Sky Is Done Falling,’ North Dakota Rancher Says of Dropping Cattle Prices
North Dakota rancher August Heupel says cattle prices are stabilizing after drops linked to beef import news, noting strong demand and low herd numbers keep the market solid.
Codex Alimentarius Commission meets at FAO as Organization marks 80 years of action on food safety
The Codex Alimentarius Commission met at FAO’s 48th session, reaffirming global food safety cooperation. FAO marked its 80th anniversary and proposed a $500,000 budget increase for 2026–27 programs.