Weather to Tariffs Markets Have a Full Plate
Grain markets will be watching May weather and planting progress closely, but that’s not the only story moving the trade. Stronger export demand and signs of a softer tone from the Trump administration on China are also
EPA Releases Updated Insecticide Strategy to Protect Endangered Species
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — The Environmental Protection Agency released its final Insecticide Strategy that identifies practical protections for federally endangered and threatened species from the use of insecticides. At the same time, it also provides flexibility for pesticide
Mexico Poised to Become Top Destination for US Agricultural Exports
(DENVER, CO) —U.S. food and agricultural exports to Mexico have surged 65% over the past four years, making it the fastest growing export market for a host of American agricultural commodities and products. Mexico’s growth as a
NGFA, Other Leading Agricultural Groups Urging Congressional Action on Surface Transportation Reauthorization
(ARLINGTON, Va.) — The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) has joined with 38 other leading agricultural organizations in a unified call to Congress to prioritize the reauthorization of the nation’s surface transportation programs. In a letter sent
Rural Mainstreet Index Stays Below Growth Neutral
(OMAHA, NE) — The overall Rural Mainstreet Index fell below growth neutral for the 18th time in the past 19 months in March. When comparing 2025 farm income against 2024 farm income, only 3.7 percent of bankers
Corn Groups Ask Ford to Stand with Rural America
Over 20 state corn organizations and the National Corn Growers Association are formally calling on Ford Motor Company to reinstate its production of Flex Fuel Vehicles and reengage in advancing renewable fuel technologies that support rural America.
Thursday, May 1st, 2025 Podcast
Wheat continues to struggle as KC contracts made new lows on May Day Thursday while we largely saw two-sided trade across the grain and livestock sector to start the month. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins