Rollins Seeks Boost in CCC Funds
Friday, April 17, 2026 6:55AM CDT
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins told the House Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee on Thursday she favors an increase in the $30 billion annual limit in USDA's authority to spend under the Commodity Credit Corp.
Aid Available for Nebraska Wildfire Victims
Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:49PM CDT
Nebraska wildfires burned nearly 950,000 acres last month and multiple relief programs from private organizations and federal agencies are now available to help affected farmers and ranchers.
CFTC Chair Defends Prediction Markets
Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:33PM CDT
CFTC Chairman Michael Selig acknowledged 24/7 trading "isn't for everybody" as lawmakers raised concerns about its potential expansion into agricultural markets.
USDA Cattle on Feed Report Preview
Thursday, April 16, 2026 10:14AM CDT
USDA's April 1 Cattle on Feed report due out on Friday is expected to be mostly bullish for the cattle complex if pre-report estimates prove correct.