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The media group Axios held a forum in downtown Des Moines including the CEO of the World Food Prize, the president of Bayer Crop Science for North America and the CEO of the Iowa Cattlemen's Association. Each had different perspectives on innovation...

Western Iowa hog farmer Tanner Seuntjens, 33, received a 13-year federal prison sentence for crop insurance fraud, theft, identity theft and witness stalking, owing $1.7 million in restitution.

USDA launched a voluntary "Product of USA" label strictly for meat from animals born, raised, harvested and processed domestically. Beef organizations applaud the transparent, loophole-closing standard.

U.S. Agriculture and Interior secretaries signed a Grazing Action Plan MOU to expand cattle grazing access on public lands and reduce federal permitting burdens. The plan also aims to strengthen the beef industry and grow the domestic herd.

There is something very special and fulfilling about helping a farmer with his livestock, according to Dr. Ken McMillan.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) will open a new guaranteed loan for up to $5 million through SBA's International Trade Loan (ITL) program on May 1. The loans will cover a range of agricultural businesses, including nearly every form of crop and...

President Donald Trump's FY 2027 budget proposes a 19% cut to USDA discretionary spending, reducing funding for research, rural development and food aid while shrinking agency staffing. The plan emphasizes eliminating programs the administration...

Wildfires fueled by extreme drought have burned tens of thousands of acres across Nebraska. Three storm systems this week offer minimal relief for drought or fires.

Cross Cattle Company seeks durable, self-sufficient cows that raise heavy calves and thrive on Alberta's rugged terrain, because the ideal cow is simply the most profitable one.

Each operation needs to work with its veterinarian, semen supplier and AI technician, if needed, to decide what AI program is best.

EPA did not eliminate diesel exhaust fluid rules, which have been a problem for farmers and truck drivers because of failure rates, but issued new guidance last week, giving major machinery manufacturers more flexibility in how they monitor exhaust...

A federal appeals court upheld Florida's lab-grown meat ban, ruling against Upside Foods' preliminary injunction request.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins launched a "Product of USA" labeling campaign at National Agriculture Day, where officials praised Trump's farm policies while AFBF President Zippy Duvall warned of serious ongoing hardships facing rural America.

Wildfires had burned more than 820,000 acres of Nebraska Sandhills as of March 20, destroying grazing land and fencing, leaving thousands of cattle displaced. Communities and volunteers rallied, donating hay, supplies and financial relief.

Paul Harvey's "So God Made a Farmer" highlights farmers' remarkable resilience. Despite facing relentless challenges like harsh weather, wildfires, and livestock loss, farmers persistently press forward.

Johne's disease, a chronic wasting disease, is diagnosed by a blood test. There is no definitive test for Hardware disease -- a traumatic puncture of the gastrointestinal tract with resultant spread of infection caused by ingestion of a sharp, hard...

Cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the United States for feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 or more head totaled 11.5 million head on March 1, 2026. The inventory was slightly below March 1, 2025, USDA NASS reported on March 20.