A favorable growing season and government policies that encourage crop rotations will result in a record corn crop in China, according to USDA estimates.
Dairy farmers handling a drop in milk prices, are now bracing for proposed tax on steel. Monsanto reports disappointing sales and earnings of its second quarter.
Farm groups are disappointed that Congress failed to pass a long-term highway funding bill before its August recess. Congress voted to extend the United States Highway Trust Fund's authorization through Oct. 29, the second such short-term extension this year...
USDA is proposing to improve access to groceries for homebound seniors and people with disabilities who participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. USDA is proposing to allow grocery purchasing and delivery services run by government and non-profit organizations to accept SNAP benefits as payment, allowing for home delivery to those unable to shop for food...