Farm Bureau President in UK to Urge Trade Progress
In meetings with the British government American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall emphasized the importance of finalizing a new trade deal to expand access to markets in the United Kingdom. Duvall is in Great Britain this week to meet with policymakers and to observe British farming practices, among other items of business.
In May, the U.S. and U.K. announced a new trade deal. Farm Bureau urges leaders in both countries to finalize the deal, which expands American ethanol exports and other agricultural products.
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Cotton and Soybean: Spoon Feed Nutrients to Maximize Yield
Crop nutrients are typically applied at planting. However, in-season foliar applications have demonstrated yield increases in both cotton and soybeans throughout the southern U.S. in research conducted by AgroLiquid.
On-farm trial work is ongoing in parts of the Midsouth, Southeast, and in Texas. This work is through a partnership between AgroLiquid and Southern Ag Services, headquartered in Starkville, Miss., along with cooperating farmers across the region.
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Mike Strain Breaks Down The AG View of The Session
AG Commissioner Dr. Mike Strain joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation covering agriculture, veterinary medicine, legislation, and Louisiana’s seafood and livestock industries. He shared personal stories from his time at LSU’s vet school and emphasized the importance of public health and food safety in veterinary practice. The discussion highlighted the complexity of animal care, from cataract surgery on alligators to cancer treatment for exotic animals.
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Louisiana’s MAHA Bill on Landry’s Desk After Unanimously Passing in House, Senate
A sweeping bill calling for a series of nutrition reforms is on the governor’s desk.
Senate Bill 14, authored by Sen. Patrick McMath (R-Covington), unanimously passed both houses of legislature.
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Triple Collaboration Provides Rice Breeding Innovation
Loveland Products, Inc. (LPI) and Dyna-Gro Seed, Nutrien Ag Solutions’ proprietary products businesses, have announced the success of their ongoing collaboration with the Louisiana State University (LSU) AgCenter through the LPI Research Station Support Fund—a targeted initiative accelerating innovation in rice breeding and early-stage agricultural research.
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A Q&A with LSU interim President Matt Lee
Last month, Matt Lee, vice president for agriculture and dean at LSU’s College of Agriculture, was tapped to serve as LSU’s interim president.
Business Report sat down with Lee to discuss his plans for the university.
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USDA Reminds Louisiana Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports
After spring planting is complete, agricultural producers in Louisiana should make an appointment with their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) county office to complete crop acreage reports before the applicable deadline.
“In order to receive many USDA program benefits, producers should file an accurate crop acreage report by the applicable deadline,” said SED Craig McCain, Executive Director in Louisiana. “Call your local FSA office to make an appointment after planting is complete to report your acreage and take care of any other FSA-related business.”
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Cow Country Reporter: June 2025
The cattle market continues to move higher. Slaughter steer and heifers coming out of the feed yards brought $235.00 cwt. in Iowa and Nebraska, the last week in May.
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New U-Pick Blackberry Farm Opens in Frierson
Nestled in the heart of berry country, ODK Farms is bursting with flavor — and it's not just the fruit.
Owned by Chip Killian, the farm is home to 575 flourishing blackberry plants, each one hand-planted with care just three years ago.
Visitors to ODK Farms don’t just pick berries — they enjoy a full sensory experience.
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Farmer’s Forecast: Scattered Storms Ahead, but No Tropical Trouble
I learned long ago to give the weather forecast, and in most cases, avoid qualifying rain as “much needed”. The more I spoke with farmers, the more I realized that some of you may need rain, while others may need to get out and get some work done in the fields. With that said, rain is on the way, and I hope you need it!
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Make America Healthy Again Legislation in Louisiana. See the Nutrition and Ingredient Changes
Louisiana legislators have passed Senate Bill 14 (SB14), which is a measure aimed at reforming how schools, food manufacturers and restaurants label nutrition and ingredients.
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Bill Cassidy Joins Other u.s. Senators in Bid To Make Rum Tax Cover Permanent
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA), joined by Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), reintroduced a bill Wednesday to modify the revenue distribution to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, referred to as the "rum cover over," derived from excise taxes on rum produced in or imported into the United States from these two territories.
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Strain: Inflation Jacking up Food Prices, Especially Beef
Chances are you've noticed your grocery bill has drastically increased lately. According to Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain, grocery prices are not going to get any cheaper anytime soon.
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Virtual Reality Game Puts Moviegoers in Mexico in the Combine Seat
USA Rice is bringing rice to the big screen—and beyond—through an innovative virtual reality (VR) experience now captivating thousands of moviegoers in Mexico. The interactive game, Harvest Rush, is currently running at Cinépolis movie theaters in Luna Park and Perisur in Mexico City, offering an immersive way for consumers of all ages to connect with U.S.-grown rice.
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USA Rice Joins U.S.-Mexico Ag Trade Talks
Nearly 50 individuals participated here in an Executive Roundtable on U.S.-Mexico Agricultural Trade and Transportation. The newly arrived U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, Ron Johnson, marked his first public event by opening up the meeting and Mexico’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development, Julio Berdegué Sacristá, highlighted the interdependent nature of both countries noting how they complement, rather than compete with one another.
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