Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says USDA has issued payments to producers and landowners who experienced discrimination in federal assistance prior to 2021.

Olympic officials attempt to provide "climate friendly" meals is leading to a protein shortage for athletes in Paris.

USDA's NASS reports corn and soybeans advance in maturity in better than average condition.

Court reverses small refinery exemptions. NFU wants adequate funding for DOJ and farm groups call for EPA reform of ESA regulations.

Congress and the renewable fuels industry continue to call for the Treasury Department to issue guidance for the 45Z rules for the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit.

A new FAO report suggests the goal of eliminating global hunger by 2030 is becoming even more daunting. Hunger and food insecurity continues to run rampant.

An extensive list of agriculture interests tell members of the House Agriculture Committee that farm debt is climbing and a new farm bill is needed to offset lower commodity prices, higher input costs and challenging interest rates.

Over 500 organizations sent a letter to leaders of Congress encouraging approval of a new, modernized farm bill. Gary Adams of the National Cotton Council says another 2018 extension isn't an alternative.

TFI's Corey Rosenbusch says Russia wants to control global fertilizer supplies and one political analyst believes rural voters are aligned with an "American First" platform in the race for the White House.

Major farm groups are asking the Biden administration for more flexible and inclusive rules to qualify for tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act.