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Dry Soils Threaten Strong Ohio Crops; Rains Boost South Dakota
The production potential of Ohio’s corn crop is the highest in at least 22 years, scouts on the annual Pro Farmer tour of top U.S. producing states found on Monday, but dry conditions could limit yields by the time the autumn harvest rolls around.
U.S. Corn Condition Slips for Second Week in a Row
Today, the USDA published the 20th Crop Progress report of the 2025 growing season. Here’s a look at the latest corn, soybean, wheat, and oat numbers.
How Tassel Wrap Threatens Corn Pollination and Yields
Corn growers across parts of the Midwest have been reporting an unusual and potentially yield-limiting phenomenon — tassel wrap — and agronomists say it’s worth scouting fields now to assess its impact on pollination.
U.S. to Urge Caution on Updating Codex Pesticide Risk Assessment Methodology
The international standard-setting body currently bases dietary exposure on International Estimate Daily Intake (IEDI) data, which is based on the average daily per capita consumption of commodities treated with pesticides.
How to Advance Weed Management with Robotics
Precision sprayers have already hit the market, making chemical use more efficient than traditional broadcast methods. Specialized equipment is the next step to the future of automated farming.
Brazil Egg Exports to U.S. Spike After Bird Flu, Ahead of Tariff
Brazilian total egg exports, including fresh and processed products, rose almost 305% to 5,259 metric tons in July, reflecting strong demand from the U.S. after its bird flu outbreak, according to data compiled by industry group ABPA on Monday.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins Announces New Rural Development Investments at Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins came to the Iowa State Fair Saturday to compete in the Governor’s Charity Steer Show — and to announce $152 million in USDA investments for Iowa rural development projects.
FAO Food Price Index edges up in July
The FAO Food Price Index, a benchmark for world food commodity prices, averaged 130.1 points in July 2025, up 1.6 percent from June, driven primarily by rising international prices of meat and vegetable oils.
Building Better Yields with Cover Crops and No-Till Practices
Clint Orr has spent the past two decades moving from conventional tillage toward no-till and strip-till with cover crops on every acre of his central Indiana farm.
Global South Unites to Strengthen Agricultural Resilience and Share Solutions for the World’s Most Pressing Challenges
Over 56 nations gather at virtual ISSCA-RIS conference to elevate homegrown innovations for climate-resilient agriculture.