Explore

Trendline Trendline
Ever.Ag Expands AI Decision Engine Everett to Livestock Operations

Ever.Ag Expands AI Decision Engine Everett to Livestock Operations

Ever.Ag Expands AI Decision Engine Everett to Livestock Operations
Trendline Trendline
Artificial Intelligence Revolutionizes Agriculture with Precision and Efficiency Gains

Artificial Intelligence Revolutionizes Agriculture with Precision and Efficiency Gains

Artificial Intelligence Revolutionizes Agriculture with Precision and Efficiency Gains
Rapid Read Rapid Read
USDA Reports Suspected Screwworm Case in South Texas, Threatening Cattle Industry

USDA Reports Suspected Screwworm Case in South Texas, Threatening Cattle Industry

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a suspected case of New World screwworm in South Texas, a development that could significantly impact the state's $15 billion cattle industry. The USDA is currently testing a sample at its National Veterinary Services Laboratories in Iowa. This announcement follows a statement by Secretary Brooke Rollins, who refuted claims by state Rep. Don McLaughlin that the screwworm was near the U.S.-Mexico border. The screwworm, a parasitic fly, poses a threat to livestock by embedding larvae in open wounds, potentially causing severe harm or death. The pest was eradicated in the U.S. in the 1960s but has re-emerged in Central America and Mexico. The USDA has been proactive, shutting down the southern border to live animal imports and collaborating with Mexico and Panama to control the pest using sterile fly methods.
Reuters Reuters
Samples from Texas calves tested for possible screwworm, rattling markets

Samples from Texas calves tested for possible screwworm, rattling markets

By Cassandra Garrison, Heather Schlitz and Tom Polansek CHICAGO/MEXICO CITY, June 3 (Reuters) - Samples of an unconfirmed infestation of the flesh-eating screwworm parasite on a cattle ranch in La Pryor, Texas, have been sent to a federal government lab in Iowa to be tested, Texas Representative Don
Rapid Read Rapid Read
AI Tools Offer Agricultural Gains but Risk Excluding Smallholder Farmers

AI Tools Offer Agricultural Gains but Risk Excluding Smallholder Farmers

AI tools have the potential to significantly increase agricultural productivity, but there is a risk of excluding smallholder farmers if these tools are not tailored to local contexts. Smallholder farmers, who make up around 80% of farmers in developing countries, face challenges such as limited access to improved seeds, fertilizers, irrigation, mechanization, and weaker infrastructure. The Conversation highlights the yield gap between the U.S. and sub-Saharan Africa, where maize yields in the U.S. often exceed 10 tons per hectare, compared to 2-3 tons per hectare in parts of Africa.
AP News AP News
The Latest: Trump keeps immunity from tax probes while scrapping $1.8 billion compensation fund

The Latest: Trump keeps immunity from tax probes while scrapping $1.8 billion compensation fund

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Trump administration has definitively scrapped a $1.8 billion fund to compensate President Donald Trump's allies, but the White House is sticking with the part of the deal that permanently drops tax claims against him
AP News AP News
Trump called Netanyahu ‘crazy’ and says Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran

Trump called Netanyahu ‘crazy’ and says Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran

President Donald Trump confirmed he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “crazy," and that he's unhappy that Israel's fighting with Hezbollah in Lebanon is holding back peace talks with Iran
Trendline Trendline
AI's Role in Agriculture: Potential Benefits and Risks for Smallholder Farmers

AI's Role in Agriculture: Potential Benefits and Risks for Smallholder Farmers

AI's Role in Agriculture: Potential Benefits and Risks for Smallholder Farmers
1Weather 1Weather
Midwest Farmers Face Mixed Planting Conditions Amid Weather Challenges

Midwest Farmers Face Mixed Planting Conditions Amid Weather Challenges

Farmers across the Midwest are experiencing varied planting conditions due to fluctuating weather patterns. In Indiana, excessive rainfall and low temperatures have delayed planting for some crops, while others are progressing well. Illinois farmers have faced similar challenges, with heavy rains causing germination issues in corn fields. Iowa has seen warmer and drier conditions recently, allowing for significant planting progress, with 94% of corn and 90% of soybeans planted as of late May. Ohio has struggled with saturated soils and frost damage, leading to delayed planting and replanting efforts. In Michigan, heavy April rains delayed planting, but recent timely rainfall has improved conditions. Pennsylvania farmers report mixed results, with corn showing strong early growth but soybeans facing lower-than-expected germination rates. These conditions highlight the diverse challenges Midwest farmers face during the 2026 planting season.
Trendline Trendline
Iowa Pork Producers Association Appoints Jesi Strohbehn as Producer Education Director

Iowa Pork Producers Association Appoints Jesi Strohbehn as Producer Education Director

Iowa Pork Producers Association Appoints Jesi Strohbehn as Producer Education Director
Rapid Read Rapid Read
Gov. Kim Reynolds Signs Agriculture and Water Quality Bills at Iowa State Capitol

Gov. Kim Reynolds Signs Agriculture and Water Quality Bills at Iowa State Capitol

Governor Kim Reynolds of Iowa has signed two significant pieces of legislation at the Iowa State Capitol. The bills, HF 2771 and SF 2465, focus on the state's agriculture budget and the Iowa Farm Bill, respectively. The signing ceremony took place on June 1, 2026, and was attended by key figures including Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig. The legislation aims to address water quality treatment funding and other agricultural priorities in the state. Additionally, Governor Reynolds signed SF 2493, a bill that exempts E85 fuel from sales tax, further supporting Iowa's agricultural and energy sectors.
1Weather 1Weather
Heavy Rains and Ideal Planting Conditions Set Stage for 2026 Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa

Heavy Rains and Ideal Planting Conditions Set Stage for 2026 Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa

The 2026 Farm Progress Show, scheduled for September 1-3 in Boone, Iowa, is shaping up to be a significant event for the agricultural community. Organizers have successfully planted 300 acres of demonstration corn under favorable conditions, with planting completed on April 21 and 22. The corn varieties selected have relative maturities of 78 to 87 days, aiming for harvest moisture levels of 30% or less by the event. Heavy rains in mid-April affected parts of Iowa, but the show grounds were spared, allowing timely planting. A new Agronomy Zone will debut this year, featuring 12 companies showcasing seed, nutrient, and crop protection innovations. Additionally, cover crops will be flown onto 80 acres this summer to enhance soil health and provide a unique demonstration area.