Category Archives: Top Agriculture News
USDA Holds Groundbreaking on Sterile Fly Facility in Texas
Leaders from the USDA and the Army Corps of Engineers held a groundbreaking for the new sterile fly production facility at Moore Air Base in Texas. The new plant is a cornerstone in the USDA's plan to...
Apr 21, 2026 Secretary Rollins and Secretary Kennedy toured the fourth-generation Sawyer Farms who are utilizing stewardship practices to ensure healthy production of a robust barley, rye, corn, and wheat crop. (Photo Credit: USDA)
Brooks Schaffer Market Report for Tuesday, April 21st
This is the SFN Market Report with Brooks Schaffer of Palmetto Grain. Reach him at brooks@palmettograin.com or 843-540-4540. Is the strait open or closed? Is the war back on or over? It depends which ...
Apr 21, 2026
A Farm Bill Vote Before May
There may be more help ahead for farmers continuing to face significant economic challenges. House Ag Committee Chair GT Thompson (R-PA) said he's pushing for more assistance to keep farmers afloat. "...
Apr 21, 2026
Fertilizer Price and Supply Impacts Will Continue Into 2027
There's no question that the war in Iran and problems in the nearby Strait of Hormuz have had a major impact on the worldwide fertilizer market. Dr. Mark Welch, a grain marketing specialist for Texas ...
Apr 20, 2026
Reminders Ahead of 2026 Cotton Planting
Producers in states like Oklahoma are readying for the cotton-planting season. Jenny Dudek, the cotton specialist for Oklahoma State University Extension, said most areas may be a little cool yet to b...
Apr 20, 2026
Fundamentals are Keeping the Corn Market Prices Low
The fundamentals in the corn market are not friendly to a significant price increase. Jacob Burks, the chief growth officer for Ag Market Dot Net, talked about what's limiting a potential boost in cor...
Apr 20, 2026
Carolinas Drought Worsens as Heat, Dry Spell Continue
Well, if it seems like dj vu, it is. It is another week with hot weather, dry weather, no precipitation, and it is going to continue to wreak havoc on not only the farmers but the drought map in gener...
Apr 17, 2026
Brooks Schaffer Market Report for Friday, April 17th
This is the SFN Market Report with Brooks Schaffer of Palmetto Grain. Reach him at brooks@palmettograin.com or 843-540-4540. There have been plenty of headlines this week on the war in Iran, trade wit...
Apr 17, 2026
Keeping an Eye on NWS as it Advances Northward in Mexico
The Texas Animal Health Commission continues to sound the alarm after New World Screwworm was confirmed about 90 miles from the Texas border. TAHC Deputy Executive Director and Assistant State Veterin...
Apr 16, 2026
When Every Acre Counts, Better Yield Is The Better Deal
When every acre counts, the right crop protection is more important than ever. The Better Yield is the Better Deal platform from Syngenta helps growers prioritize season-long performance and return on...
Apr 16, 2026