Monthly Archives: May 2023
Monthly Archives: May 2023

National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility Now at the Ready

May 31, 2023
by Mike Davis

A well over two-decade process has culminated in the recent opening of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility – the nation’s premiere animal health research site. How it came to be, and what it potentially offers is the subject of …

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House Passes Secure Border Act of 2023

May 31, 2023
by Mike Davis

The Secure Border Act of 2023 has passed in the House and now moves on to the Senate. Representative Dan Newhouse says he voted in favor of the resolution because it includes both border security and ag workforce reform. “Once …

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Peterson: Current Farm Bill Extension a Possibility

May 31, 2023
by Mike Davis

Former Minnesota Congressman Collin Peterson addressed the recent U.S. Meat Export Federation Spring Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The upcoming farm bill was a big topic of conversation, and he said negotiators reaching an agreement by the September 30th deadline is a possibility …

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Brooks Schaffer Market Report for Wednesday May 31

May 31, 2023
by Mike Davis

It’s time for a new feature on the SFN…The Market Report with Brooks Schaffer of Palmetto Grain. Reach him at brooks@palmettograin.com.

RCPP Funding Application Process Underway

May 31, 2023
by Mike Davis

USDA is currently accepting applications until August for funding through one of its signature conservation programs. Rod Bain reports.

Beef, Pork and Broiler Forecasts for 2024

May 30, 2023
by Mike Davis

What will 2024 hold for the nation’s beef, pork and broiler sectors? Gary Crawford has the latest forecasts.

Soy Transportation Coalition: Commonsense Legislative Fix on Infrastructure Challenges is Before Congress

May 30, 2023
by Mike Davis

The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee recently considered several supply chain-related bills. H.R. 3372, introduced by Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD), would establish a voluntary pilot program for states to increase truck weights on federal interstates up to 91,000 pounds on six axles. …

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NC Asst. Commissioner Sandy Stewart: It’s Market Time!

May 30, 2023
by Mike Davis

Farmers markets are opening up around the state, welcoming farm fresh local commodities. Early season offerings include beets, blueberries, bok choy, broccoli, cabbage, greens, peanuts, radishes, strawberries, sweet potatoes and zucchini. Activity is really beginning to pick up at farmers …

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SC Commissioner Weathers: Congressional Staff Tour

May 30, 2023
by Mike Davis

I understand you’ve been up around Clemson recently helping some folks in the political sphere learn about agriculture. Tell us about it, commissioner.

Beef Market Outlook: Expect Liquidation to Continue

May 30, 2023
by Mike Davis

Attendees of the U.S. Meat Export Federation Spring Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota, focused on several topics, including beef markets. Bernt Nelson, American Farm Bureau Federation Economist, provided a beef market outlook during the event. “We’ve been talking about drought conditions …

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