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What are some tips to keep food at safe temperatures during a tailgate party, including the right amount of time and temperatures for your party fare? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is currently seeking grant applications from gas stations looking to upgrade their infrastructure to offer E15, gasoline blended with 15% ethanol, at the pump. Minnesota Department of AgricultureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Corn Growers Association issued a report saying corn prices have dropped about 50 percent since hitting a peak in 2022. However, the cost of production has declined only modestly, making the production of corn unprofitable. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over forecasted weather for parts of the country during the Labor Day weekend period. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local Farm Service Agency offices continue to receive funding applications for USDA’s Supplemental Disaster Relief Program covering qualifying crop losses in 2023 and 2024. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For much of 2025, the livestock sector has been one of the few areas of agriculture enjoying strong commodity prices and strong returns, but there are some challenges the industry needs to overcome. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey covers the updates on this year's winter wheat and spring wheat harvest progress for the period ending August 24th. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A human case of New World screwworm was reported by the Centers for Disease Control after being discovered earlier this month. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With football tailgates kicking off for the season, what should you consider when packing foods to keep cold, especially on the trip from home to the grill at the field? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA livestock analyst Anthony Fischer looks at some of the reasons behind the numbers reported in the August Cattle on Feed release. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily Krause, director of nutrition, health, and wellness initiatives at the National Pork Board, says pork is well-received within the industry’s health and wellness community called Pork and Partners. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early declines in corn, soybeans, and wheat, and the mixed opens for cattle and hogs.» Soybeans and corn are watching late development weather» Wheat continues to drift lower» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs are questioning demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 2022 Census of Agriculture Typology Report shows that family farms make up 95 percent of all U.S. farms. The report, released by the National Agricultural Statistics Service, focuses on the “family farm,” which is defined as any farm where the majority of the business is owned by the producer and individuals related to the producer. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travis Hoffman, Extension Sheep Specialist with NDSU and the University of Minnesota, talks more about sheep numbers across the nation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sunflower crop is looking good across the region. John Sandbakken with the National Sunflower Association says more warm weather is needed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher opens in cattle, soybeans, and hogs, and the mixed starts for corn and wheat.» Soybeans are up on potential trade talks with China» Corn and wheat are watching weather» Cattle are oversold» Hogs are supported by Monday's pork closeLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's been a wet growing season in areas of central North Dakota. Jeff Stachler, NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist, talks more about the disease pressure in the Carrington area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Risk Management Agency announced the implementation of significant enhancements to federal crop insurance programs following the enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on July 4, 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that inflation is slowing, though farmers and ranchers are still facing many other economic challenges. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Peterson with the North Dakota Wheat Commission talks more about what farmers are finding in the fields across the state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes mixed temperatures and near to above normal precipitation for the period of August 26 – September 1. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farm Credit System Institutions made more than 150,000 loans to young, beginning, and small U.S. producers in 2024. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses USDA’s August beef production forecasts – a contributor along with consumer demand in strong beef and steer prices. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at how a series of cold fronts entering the country the next two weeks could impact crops. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While farmland sales were down for the first half of 2025, many of the farms that did sell ended up as part of a consolidation. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher closes in soybeans and corn and the mixed finishes for wheat, hogs, and cattle.» September corn $3.87 and ¼ up $.07 and 1/4» September soybeans $1034 and ½ up $.19 and 1/2» September soybean meal $296.80 up $4.80» September soybean oil 53.64 up 244 points» September Chicago wheat $5.07 up $.01 and 1/2» October live cattle $234.72 down $.12» October lean hogs $89.92 down $.02Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins discusses a proposed New World Screwworm sterile fly production facility in Texas and other innovations designed to combat this threat to U.S. cattle and livestock. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. wheat exports for 2025-2026 are forecast to increase by 25 million bushels this month, the highest since 2020-2021, based on a strong pace of export sales and competitive pricing. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA research economist Wilma Davis discusses the latest outlook for U.S. pulse crop per capita consumption and projected trade statistics. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in soybeans and corn, and the mixed opens for cattle, hogs, and wheat.» Soybeans and corn are watching development weather» Wheat is oversold, but has supply issues» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs continue to have demand questionsLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The USDA said beef output will fall more than previously expected in 2025 and 2026 amid reduced slaughter and lower dressed weights. Production this year is now forecast at 25.926 billion pounds. If realized, that would be down almost four percent year over year. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Augustin, Director at the Dickinson Research Extension Center. Augustin discusses some of the research that is taking place in the western part of the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did USDA’s revised domestic soybean production forecast this month translate into changes in both the U.S. and global bean supply and demand estimates? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sign-up is underway for the 21st class of the Missouri Agricultural Leadership of Tomorrow program. In this Spotlight on Soybeans, Executive Director Lucinda McRoberts says this is the premier leadership development opportunity for ag professionals.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The USDA offers farm loans for beginning farmers and ranchers via the Farm Service Agency. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FreshMiners Company in the Netherlands launched a GPS service that enables accurate positioning for agriculture, construction, and drone navigation. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Favorable weather in the form of consistent warmth this growing season continues to boost corn and soybean crop conditions in the Midwest. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses the condition of this year's corn crop - improved over last year. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are some things to know about packing a school lunch for your child with food safety in mind? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National FFA Organization announced that its new membership number reflects more than one million FFA members nationwide. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several summer fruits remain in season and readily available for consumers to enjoy. Rod Bain has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Japan's chief tariff negotiator was in Washington, D.C. last week looking to finalize the U.S. -Japan Trade and Investment Agreement recently announced by the White House. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom was in Tokyo when the agreement was announced and offers these observations from the market. Source: USMEFSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Applications are open for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Soil Health Financial Assistance Program Grants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Temple Grandin, Colorado State University Professor, talks about the number one thing producers must do when handling their animals. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. agricultural trade deficit hit a record high in the first half of 2025. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A USDA food safety expert explains the importance of keeping perishable foods chilled within a school lunch box or bag to prevent foodborne bacteria. Rod Bain with USDA has that story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Weaber, senior protein analyst for Terrain Ag, said while things are good, don’t forget to work risk management into your marketing plans. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA's August World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates are scheduled for release Tuesday, August 12 at Noon Eastern Time. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA’s Land Values Summary confirmed another increase in the value of U.S. farmland. Danny Munch, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, said the value rose 4.3 percent or $180 per acre. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Ag News Daily, we cover two major trade updates. President Trump signed an executive order placing an additional 25% tariff on imports from India. Separately, a broader set of tariff increases also took effect this week. We also cover the USDA's latest SNAP waivers in six states, along with the continued spread of tar spot in corn-growing areas. John Deere has introduced a new diagnostics tool aimed at improving equipment repair, potentially impacting ongoing right-to-repair discussions. We also highlight Luke Lindberg's recent confirmation as Under Secretary for Trade and what it could mean for U.S. ag exports. This week's interview features Dr. Martin Chilvers from Michigan State University. Chilvers shares his research-based insight on tar spot, including how to identify it and how growers can manage it during the season. Here are some resources mentioned in the conversation: https://cropprotectionnetwork.org/publications/an-overview-of-tar-spot https://cropprotectionnetwork.org/roi-calculators https://cropprotectionnetwork.... Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!