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Farmer says more aid would be appreciated, but solutions needed

A southwestern Wisconsin producer says the struggling ag economy is impacting morale in farm country. “Farmers are not really upbeat right now.” Mike Berget, who raises corn, soybe...

Farmers press officials on costs, land rights & beef imports at Cambria County Farm Tour

Farmers press officials on costs, land rights & beef imports at Cambria County Farm Tour

How Farm Issues Could Sway Iowa Voters in November

July 30, 2026 | Source: Civil Eats | by Lisa Held Dear Reader, In 2020, I traveled to rural Iowa to report on the rapid expansion of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs)...

Farmers accuse Heydon of failing to grasp severity of drought

Minister hears that fodder, horticulture and tillage sectors ‘staring down the barrel of poor harvest yields’

Sen. Welch meets with Vermont farmers to discuss rural economic crisis

America is losing its farmers to bankruptcy and suicide

While suburban consultants call in sick with mild lower-back aches from ergonomic office chairs, Iowa corn growers lose arms to steel PTO shafts on 200-horsepower tractors. Agricul...

AFBF’s Duvall: farm economy ‘terrible’ as farmers face mounting financial pressure

The president of American Farm Bureau isn’t mincing words when it comes to the current struggles in agriculture.  Zippy Duvall says farmers continue to face low commodity prices an...

MSs meet with farmers to discuss future of agriculture

MSs meet with farmers to discuss future of agriculture

Farmers Struggle to Get Basic Services From Depleted Agriculture Dept.

After the departure of thousands of federal workers, rural communities report problems obtaining loans, grants, technical assistance and support for infrastructure and other servic...

Kentucky cattle farmers face climate, disease, and import policy uncertainty

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – From extreme weather conditions, to disease affecting the cattle and economic policy, there’s growing concern and uncertainty among America’s cat...

Grower disappointed with lack of tillage focus at Bord Bia Farmer Forum

The recently established Bord Bia Farmer Forum is not addressing the core issues impacting on Irish tillage, according to a Co. Westmeath cereal grower. Donal O’Keeffe, who is a me...

Why Farmworkers Can No Longer Afford to Live Where They Work

August 24, 2026 | Source: Straight Arrow News | by Patrick Cooley Connecticut farmer Will O’Meara faces a host of challenges. Finding affordable property with fertile soil and bat...

Union government following anti farmers policies, says Minister

"Farmers are facing a serious crisis. The state is facing a severe drought. Farmers have sown two or three times, but lost money and inputs. In such a situation, cooperative societ...

Farmers meet to protest lack of CAFO regulations

A grassroots organization is working to educate local farmers and rural landowners about the influx of poultry feeding operations.

Farmers under pressure urged to seek support before problems build up

Farmers under financial pressure or struggling with the impact of the drought are being urged to seek support before problems build up. Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association...

High rates, volatile prices create uncertainty for farmers

The president of a crop insurance company is concerned as farmers face mounting uncertainty. Dalynn Hoch with RCIS says interest rates highlight the risk of farming. “Most of us ge...

Farmers, Sen. Welch discuss legislation to support dairies

A group of organic dairy farmers and ag organizations gathered to discuss industry issues with Sen. Welch.

Farmers must be heard

Growers contend that only a total policy overhaul can resolve the ongoing wheat procurement crisis

Farmers feeling impact of ACA changes

The government relations director with the Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) says rising health insurance costs are adding to the financial squeeze on farmers. Michelle Ramirez-White s...

Local Kentucky farmer discusses challenges on the ranch after Trump announces plan to import beef

A recent plan by President Trump to import beef is expected to flood the market with product that might lower the price of ground beef, but won't help America's farmers with their...

Fordyce: USDA takes steps to help farmers manage tight margins

The USDA’s Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation says the agency is taking steps to help producers manage financial challenges. Richard Fordyce tells Brownfield the...

Dairy farmers warn of succession crisis without income stability

The government has been urged to introduce measures to deal with “wildly erratic and unpredictable” farm incomes. Speaking to Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, Simon Harris, and M...

Fertilizer prices continue to be a top concern for many farmers

The high cost of fertilizer continues to weigh on the minds of many farmers. Tom Gillis, who grows corn and soybeans in western Wisconsin, says this spring’s price spikes caused hi...

Veteran Ag Leaders Ramp Up Fight for Agriculture

Veteran agriculture leaders concerned about the future of the nation and its food producers have launched Restore American Agriculture, a new effort formed to press Congress and th...