Tyler Ledford of US Wheat Associates is transitioning from market analyst to assistant director of the Southeast Asia office, a role that involves promoting U.S. wheat in key global markets. The Southeast Asia region is highlighted for its growth potential due to a growing population and expanding economy, with some countries experiencing the highest GDP growth globally.

Higher Renewable Volume Obligations Give Soybean Oil a Lift; Potential Removal of Import Cap Seen as Bearish"

The National Agricultural Statistics Service has released updated figures for U.S. sheep, lamb, and goat inventories as of January 1, 2025.

The National Cattlemen's Beef Association and the Public Lands Council are advocating for a bill before the House Natural Resources Committee that would address the inequity in due process protections for ranchers on national grasslands under the Federal Land Policy Management Act

The American Farm Bureau Federation is disappointed that E15 fuel, which could cost consumers 10 to 30 cents less per gallon and increase corn demand by 2.4 billion bushels annually, was not included in the recent House funding bill.

Cow depreciation should be managed when buying high-priced cows.

AgroLiquid's Crop Nutrition Week, running from February 2 to 6, aims to help growers by discussing factors like soil interaction, fertilizer placement, timing, and environmental conditions that affect nutrient availability and uptake.

The wool market is struggling due to oversupply and a shift towards synthetic materials, affecting traditional markets like fashion and textiles. To counteract this, new technologies are being developed to convert wool into pellets for use as fertilizer.

Wool market prices continue to be low, so producers are having to be creative to find new uses for wool.

The USMCA remains crucial for pork producers, as it facilitates significant exports to Canada and Mexico. The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) emphasizes the importance of the integrated North American food supply chain