The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds agricultural producers to review their crop insurance coverage before upcoming deadlines. Key sales closing dates for 2025 are February 28, March 15, ...

The USDA under Secretary Brooke Rollins has initiated the release of $20 million in conservation contracts, a small fraction of the anticipated funds, marking her first major action since taking ...

The agricultural sector experienced a sharp increase in Chapter 12 bankruptcies in 2024, with filings jumping 55% from the previous year to 216 cases. This upsurge marks the end of a four-year ...

The University of Maine, benefiting from over $100 million in USDA funding as a land-grant institution, is under scrutiny to ensure it complies with Title IX, the federal law that prohibits sex-based ...

The University of Maine, benefiting from over $100 million in USDA funding as a land-grant institution, is under scrutiny to ensure it complies with Title IX, the federal law that prohibits sex-based ...

The USDA has announced an expansion of its Controlled Environment crop insurance program, adding 48 counties across 17 states for the 2026 crop year. The program, managed by the Risk Management Agency ...

Wednesday, February 26th, Morgan Ekovich, a health and nutrition coach, will address the importance of sleep. Morgan will share strategies for developing healthy sleep habits, crucial for both ...

Mid-State Technical College will host the 2025 Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Ag Day Celebration on March 11th, featuring a free dairy breakfast and an informative Farm Tour. This event ...

In 2024, the U.S. agricultural trade deficit widened as imports exceeded exports by $37 billion. This marked the third consecutive year of a trade gap in agricultural products. While exports increased ...

Ken Rosenow, a director of the Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board (WCPB), was recently recognized by the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) for 40 years of service. At the USGC's International Marketing ...

U.S. farmers are set to plant more corn in 2025 as high prices make it the most attractive crop. According to a report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, corn acreage is expected to increase by 4.2% to ...

The US-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement (PTPA), effective since 2009, has catalyzed a significant rise in U.S. agricultural exports to Peru, with 2023 exports totaling $851 million. This growth ...