After the recent federal government shutdown delayed several major releases, the USDA has finally issued its latest WASDE reports, offering updated insights into U.S. crop production, global supply trends, and agricultural market forecasts. These new figures provide farmers, traders, and analysts with crucial information they had been waiting for, especially as the shutdown paused the … Read more
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially completed a major infrastructure project aimed at stopping the spread of the New World Screwworm (NWS)—one of the most destructive pests affecting livestock and wildlife in North America. This newly built sterile fly production facility in Tampico, Mexico, marks a major milestone in the ongoing U.S.–Mexico collaboration … Read more
The federal government is preparing for a major overhaul of the SNAP program, according to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins. The move follows newly released data from 29 Republican-led states, which revealed troubling issues such as 186,000 deceased individuals reportedly receiving SNAP payments and an additional 500,000 people collecting duplicate benefits. Rollins emphasized that these findings … Read more
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA/NASS) has released its November 1, 2025 Cotton Production Report, providing an updated look at the nation’s cotton outlook. While national yields continue to climb, several key states in the Southeast are experiencing noticeable declines in overall cotton production. USDA NASS statistician Becky Sommer shared the … Read more
A massive Cardano (ADA) whale suffered a shocking loss of nearly $6 million in a single transaction after attempting to swap 14.4 million ADA into USDA, a Cardano-based stablecoin. Due to extremely low liquidity, the swap executed at an unfavorable rate, wiping out years of accumulated value within seconds. On-chain researcher ZachXBT revealed the details, … Read more
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has reinstated several farmer support programs after Congress approved a continuing resolution earlier this week. While this move provides temporary relief for producers facing unstable market conditions, many experts argue that these programs are outdated, built on old data, and no longer aligned with the current realities of modern … Read more
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that the Trump administration intends to require all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to reapply for their benefits. This major policy change is being framed as an effort to fight SNAP fraud, reduce abuse, and ensure only eligible individuals continue receiving food assistance. During an appearance on Newsmax’s “Rob … Read more
The USDA released its November Crop Production and WASDE updates after the federal shutdown delayed the October reports. The latest numbers show slightly lower yields for corn and soybeans, mixed stock estimates, and weaker projections for the U.S. cattle and hog markets. The USDA trimmed corn yields to 186 bushels per acre (bpa) and reduced … Read more
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been instructed to review and flag grants for possible cancellation by scanning for specific diversity and climate-related phrases. This directive, carried out early in President Donald Trump’s second administration, reflects a wider federal campaign aiming to end programs connected to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as well as … Read more