Some ag leaders say expanding market access for U.S. farmers and ranchers should remain a priority in 2026. Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer, a Republican on the Senate Ag Committee, says the framework with China was a good first step, but enforcement will ultimately determine its success. “Obviously, the administration needs to put pressure on China […]

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Nearly 60 state and national farm groups are asking for Congress to pass immediate economic support for both row crop and specialty crop farmers. Kam Quarles is the CEO of the National Potato Council and co-chair of the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance. “We’re hearing very positive things that what we are recommending is included in, obviously, […]

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The president of the South Dakota Corn Growers Association says he’s optimistic Congress can pass year-round, nationwide sales of E15 this year. Taylor Sumption tells Brownfield “as a farmer, you have to be an optimist.” Sumption says ethanol policy was part of the discussion for the South Dakota Corn Conference on Saturday. He also says […]

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In this Spotlight on Soybeans, Missouri Soybean Association Director of Policy Ben Travlos has more information about the USDA’s Farmer Bridge Assistance Program. Learn what you can expect to get out of the program.

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