AgCareers Share Resources to Help Students Explore Agriculture Careers AgCareers Share Resources to Help Students Explore Agriculture Careers Tuesday, October 20, 2026 AgCareers has updated its free Classroom Implementation Kit, providing educators with lesson plans and activities designed to help students prepare for careers in agriculture and food production.
U.S. Agricultural Exports Generated $369 Billion in Economic Output U.S. Agricultural Exports Generated $369 Billion in Economic Output Tuesday, October 20, 2026 New USDA data shows U.S. agricultural exports worth $177.2 billion generated a total of $369.2 billion in economic activity in 2024, supporting transportation, processing, marketing and other...
Agricultural Drones Take Off as Treated Acreage Quadruples in Just Two Years Agricultural Drones Take Off as Treated Acreage Quadruples in Just Two Years Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Agricultural drones are becoming a familiar sight across rural America, with treated acreage growing more than fourfold since 2023 as producers turn to the technology for timely applications,...
New Crop Protection Company Enters U.S. Market with Pyroxasulfone Herbicide Launch New Crop Protection Company Enters U.S. Market with Pyroxasulfone Herbicide Launch Tuesday, October 20, 2026 A newly launched U.S. crop protection company is entering the market with a pyroxasulfone herbicide designed to help growers manage some of agriculture's most challenging weed species.
Bayer, Switch Bioworks Partnership Targets Next Wave of Biological Nitrogen Solutions Bayer, Switch Bioworks Partnership Targets Next Wave of Biological Nitrogen Solutions Tuesday, October 20, 2026 A new collaboration between Bayer Crop Science and Switch Bioworks aims to advance engineered microbial technology capable of producing nitrogen directly on crop roots, potentially creating new...
Michigan 4-H Develops New Calf Immunity Learning Resource Michigan 4-H Develops New Calf Immunity Learning Resource Tuesday, October 20, 2026 A new Michigan 4-H dairy science lesson helps youth learn about colostrum and calf immunity through hands-on activities, building scientific knowledge and encouraging interest in animal...
The Difference Between Beef Consumption and Beef Demand The Difference Between Beef Consumption and Beef Demand Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Beef consumption and beef demand measure different market factors. While higher prices have reduced available consumption levels, consumers continue purchasing beef, demonstrating strong demand...
Pat Schnable Earns Top Plant Genetics Honor Pat Schnable Earns Top Plant Genetics Honor Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Pat Schnable has been selected for the 2027 McClintock Prize, recognizing his impactful contributions to maize genetics, genomics, crop improvement, and leadership in plant science research.
Purdue Ag Alumni Gather Before Kickoff Purdue Ag Alumni Gather Before Kickoff Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Purdue Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine alumni are invited to a Homecoming tailgate featuring networking, campus connections, department interactions, and fellowship before the Purdue football...
Smart Weaning Practices for Healthier Beef Calves Smart Weaning Practices for Healthier Beef Calves Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Successful calf weaning requires low-stress handling, proper nutrition, vaccination, and a healthy environment. These practices help improve calf health, reduce stress, and support better growth...
Nebraska Officials Discuss Biofuels Growth, Energy Costs, and Opportunities Nebraska Officials Discuss Biofuels Growth, Energy Costs, and Opportunities Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Nebraska leaders meet with agricultural producers to discuss E15 fuel, energy costs, and biofuels. The conversation highlights industry growth, consumer savings, and support for year-round E15...
Free Event Focuses on Fair Farmland Agreements Free Event Focuses on Fair Farmland Agreements Tuesday, October 20, 2026 A free educational meeting in Minnesota provides guidance on farmland rental rates, land values, farm expenses, and fair rental agreements for farmers, landowners, and agribusiness professionals.
Better Feed Practices Support Sustainable Pig Farming Better Feed Practices Support Sustainable Pig Farming Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Feed management helps swine farmers improve animal nutrition, manage manure nutrients, support crop growth, protect soil and water, and build more sustainable livestock production systems.
Pennsylvania Unveils 10-Year Plan to Strengthen Agriculture Pennsylvania Unveils 10-Year Plan to Strengthen Agriculture Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro unveiled a 10-year strategic plan for agriculture to boost farm profitability, modernize operations, and strengthen the state’s $153.2B sector.
Missouri Farmers Retain Full Access to FSA Services Missouri Farmers Retain Full Access to FSA Services Tuesday, October 20, 2026 U.S. Senator Josh Hawley announced that USDA Under Secretary Richard Fordyce confirmed all Missouri Farm Service Agency offices, including Ralls County, will remain open and fully operational.
New York Farmers Receive $89 Million in USDA Support New York Farmers Receive $89 Million in USDA Support Tuesday, October 20, 2026 The USDA Farm Service Agency is distributing roughly $89 million in safety net and conservation payments to New York farmers and landowners under updated ARC, PLC, and CRP programs.
Kentucky Schools Earn Farm-to-School Awards for Local Food Kentucky Schools Earn Farm-to-School Awards for Local Food Tuesday, October 20, 2026 To celebrate National Farm to School Month, Kentucky awarded $24,000 to three school districts to purchase locally grown produce and proteins for students' school meals.
Dairy Industry Advances Toward Net Zero Emissions Goals Dairy Industry Advances Toward Net Zero Emissions Goals Tuesday, October 20, 2026 The U.S. dairy industry is exploring greenhouse gas reduction through improved management, technologies, and carbon markets, balancing lower emissions intensity with absolute reductions.
USDA-Backed Grants Support North Dakota Specialty Crops USDA-Backed Grants Support North Dakota Specialty Crops Tuesday, October 20, 2026 North Dakota awarded more than $3 million in Specialty Crop Block Grant funding to 24 projects that will support specialty crop research, education, pest management, plant breeding, and market...
Minnesota Study Explores Livestock and Vegetable Integration Minnesota Study Explores Livestock and Vegetable Integration Tuesday, October 20, 2026 University of Minnesota Extension is seeking farmers who integrate livestock and vegetable production in high tunnels to participate in a research study aimed at improving food safety, soil...
Rural Nebraskans Report Declining Tree Cover Rural Nebraskans Report Declining Tree Cover Tuesday, October 20, 2026 The 2026 Nebraska Rural Poll found that many rural Nebraskans have noticed declining tree cover in their communities, while concerns about wildfire risk and interest in forest management continue...
Kansas Winter Wheat Planting Behind Average as Harvest Delays Continue Kansas Winter Wheat Planting Behind Average as Harvest Delays Continue Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Kansas farmers had just 4.7 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending October 18, with winter wheat planting and several major crop harvests continuing to lag historical averages,...
New Penn State Center Advances Soil Health Research New Penn State Center Advances Soil Health Research Monday, October 19, 2026 Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences has established a Regenerative Agriculture Center on 125 acres in Centre County to advance soil health, research, and farm viability.
Penn Vet Secures $1.5M for Dairy Calf Research Facility Penn Vet Secures $1.5M for Dairy Calf Research Facility Monday, October 19, 2026 Penn Vet’s Dr. Dipti Pitta received a $1.5 million USDA grant to construct dairy facilities, advancing research on how early-life care impacts lifelong cattle health and productivity.
Lincoln University Educator Supports Master Gardener Training Lincoln University Educator Supports Master Gardener Training Monday, October 19, 2026 Lincoln University and MU Extension collaborated in Carthage, Missouri, where Jack Spurlin taught landscape design to Master Gardener students to support local community education.
USDA Delivers $619 Million to Missouri Farmers USDA Delivers $619 Million to Missouri Farmers Monday, October 19, 2026 The USDA FSA is providing $619.4 million in ARC, PLC, and CRP safety net and conservation payments to Missouri farmers to support rural economies and farm operating costs.
Cornell Develops Crops That Communicate with Farmers Cornell Develops Crops That Communicate with Farmers Monday, October 19, 2026 Cornell University received a $22.5 million NSF grant to advance CROPPS technology, enabling two-way communication between plants and farmers to optimize water and fertilizer use.
Topography and Soil Health Shape Corn Yield Performance Topography and Soil Health Shape Corn Yield Performance Monday, October 19, 2026 A Cornell University study shows that once nutrient needs are met, elevation and water availability—rather than soil nutrients—drive corn yield variability across New York fields.
USDA Awards Kentucky $414K for Specialty Crop Projects USDA Awards Kentucky $414K for Specialty Crop Projects Monday, October 19, 2026 The Kentucky Department of Agriculture secured $413,908 in USDA Specialty Crop Block Grants to fund eight state projects focused on research, pest management, and marketing.
Kentucky Approves $1.7M for Farm and Community Projects Kentucky Approves $1.7M for Farm and Community Projects Monday, October 19, 2026 The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board has approved $1.7 million to support local farmers, expand markets, and fund agricultural diversification initiatives across the state.