Agriculture

Entwined within the societal issues being addressed these days is that of declining college enrollment, and agricultural programs around the country are in the thick of the discussion. Hardly a...

USDA Photo by Lance Cheung. On July 24, 2025, US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins released memorandum SM-1078-015 announcing a proposed reorganization of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). The...

The most important task before winter arrives is harvesting, ensuring that nothing is wasted in what amounts to an entire season of work. Gathering and preparing all the produce for...

Additionally, preserving food offers a practical way to reduce the 30 to 40 percent of the U.S. food supply that is wasted each year, according to estimates from the U.S....

Land O’Lakes launches AgRogue Growth to revolutionize ag tech funding, aligning innovation with farmer needs and long-term retail success. The post Land O’Lakes and Its Retailer-Owners Reshape the Future of...

Key Takeaways Corn harvest reached 18%, with one top state still reporting 0% progress.Soybean condition improved week-over-week, with harvest reaching 19%.Winter wheat planting reached 34%, with emergence at 13%. Today,...

New three-year project will quantify the benefits and impacts of the 2030 indoor residential water use standard in CaliforniaCalifornia has a long history of investing in urban water-use efficiency and...

We bring you some of the best farm photos from the week this Friday, Sept. 26, 2025! Want to get listed in this weekly feature? Be sure to hashtag your...

Photo credit: NRCS. On July 24, 2025, US Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, issued memorandum SM-1078-015 outlining a proposed restructuring of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). The plan was...

Nellie McAdams’ family began farming in Oregon’s Willamette Valley five generations ago, attracted by its temperate climate and fertile soil. McAdams plans to eventually take over the family farm in...