Mexico Gets New NWS Facility
Thursday, November 13, 2025 5:24PM CST
USDA last week conducted what it billed as the largest trade mission in the department's history to Mexico, conducting more than 500 business meetings in three days. The department also announced the opening of a new Tampico facility that will aerially disperse sterile flies.
Bankers See Cash Flow Crunch
Thursday, November 13, 2025 8:00AM CST
Bankers may be worried about a cash flow crunch on American row-crop farms, but experts at the Agricultural Bankers Conference say farmers should prepare capital expenditure plans that enable them to take advantage of lower interest rates.
New Mental Health Resource for Farmers
Thursday, November 13, 2025 6:32AM CST
Agricultural producers face unique mental challenges, putting them at higher risk for depression and suicide. A new digital tool, the AgriStress Provider Directory, offers ag producers access to counselors who are trained in providing care to farmers and ranchers.
House Votes to End Shutdown
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 10:27PM CST
President Donald Trump on Wednesday night signed a funding bill after the House voted 222-209 on Wednesday evening to end the 43-day shutdown. The bill provides short-term funding through January 2026 for most of the federal government but USDA for the full fiscal year 2026, while also extending provisions in the farm bill.
