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Beef prices have soared in the US — and not just during grilling season

Beef prices have soared in the US — and not just during grilling season

By JOSH FUNK AP Business Writer OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Anyone firing up the grill this summer already knows hamburger…

Maroney is New CEO at Palmetto AgriBusiness Council

Maroney is New CEO at Palmetto AgriBusiness Council

Mike DavisJul 21, 2025

There’s a new sheriff in town at the Palmetto AgriBusiness Council. Kate Maroney is succeeding long time CEO Ronnie Summers…

Farmland Values Holding Steady So Far in 2025

Farmland Values Holding Steady So Far in 2025

Mike DavisJul 21, 2025

Despite ongoing challenges in commodity markets and uncertain farm profitability, ag land values are remaining remarkably stable through mid-2025. Paul…

No Crackdown on Pesticide Use

No Crackdown on Pesticide Use

NAFB News ServiceJul 18, 2025

The Trump administration says there will not be a crackdown on pesticide use in the U.S. Politico reports that’s despite…

Rain, Rain, Go Away!

Rain, Rain, Go Away!

Mike DavisJul 18, 2025

Plenty of rain. We’ve certainly had that. What a difference 12 months makes. And we’ll talk with Corey Davis of…

Brooks Schaffer Market Report for Friday July 18

Brooks Schaffer Market Report for Friday July 18

Brooks SchafferJul 18, 2025

This is the SFN Market Report with Brooks Schaffer of Palmetto Grain. Reach him at [email protected] or 843-540-4540. Corn has…

AFBF: Tariff Threats Looming for U.S. Trading Partners

AFBF: Tariff Threats Looming for U.S. Trading Partners

Chad SmithJul 17, 2025

Several major developments have taken place when it comes to trade. This includes delays in the implementation of country-specific tariffs,…

Tariffs Continue to Impact Grain Markets

Tariffs Continue to Impact Grain Markets

Mike DavisJul 17, 2025

Tariffs continue to impact the grain markets as we enter the second half of this calendar year. Ben Kasch is…

20 states sue FEMA for canceling grant program that guards against natural disasters

20 states sue FEMA for canceling grant program that guards against natural disasters

By DAVID A. LIEB Associated Press Twenty Democratic-led states filed suit Wednesday against the Federal Emergency Management Agency, challenging the elimination…