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Ground Beef Tops $6 Per Pound for First Time Since 1980s The month of June marked a significant milestone for American consumers and the beef industry alike. According to the ...

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U.S.-Canada Trade Dispute Takes a Toll on Spirits Industry A new economic analysis by Spirits Canada has revealed dramatic sales declines in both imported and domestic spirits following a retaliatory ...

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Federal Judge Issues Temporary Restraining Order on ICE A federal judge in Los Angeles has issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) that limits how U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ...

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Tariff on Mexican Tomatoes Raises Alarms Across Agriculture Sector The recent termination of the Tomato Suspension Agreement (TSA) has triggered a 17.09% anti-dumping tariff on fresh tomatoes imported from Mexico. ...

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From Steel Lugs to Rubber: A Turning Point in Ag Innovation How Florida Growers and Harvey Firestone Changed Farming Forever In the early days of American agriculture, tractors and steam ...

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As summer temperatures continue to rise, so do the threats to tree fruit crops. In this episode of The Growing Edge, Valent U.S.A.’s Todd Burkdoll shares urgent insights for growers ...

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A recent reconciliation bill includes a provision that could offer meaningful relief to farmers facing large capital gains taxes. Kelly T. Wilfert, Extension Farm Management Specialist at the University of ...

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The U.S. cotton industry is experiencing a notable reduction in planted acreage in 2025, with declines ranging from 25% to 30% in various regions across the Cotton Belt. Tas Smith, ...

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In a major policy announcement, USDA Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins unveiled a new five-point food safety plan designed to enhance the safety of meat and poultry products in the ...

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The 2025 California table grape season is off to a strong start, beginning in the Coachella Valley and now picking up pace in the San Joaquin Valley. According to Ian ...

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