Drought Dashes Expectations for a Strong Sweet Potato Harvest

Drought Dashes Expectations for a Strong Sweet Potato Harvest

Mississippi’s sweet potato industry is bracing for a challenging year as growers confront reduced yields, financial pressure, and unpredictable weather. With expectations of a below-average sweet potato crop, industry leaders warn that many farmers are facing one of their hardest seasons in recent memory. Growers Under Pressure as Yields Drop Leadership Perspective Caleb Englert, who … Read more

USDA Farm Support Programs Resume After Resolution Ends Government Shutdown

USDA Farm Support Programs Resume After Resolution Ends Government Shutdown

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provides temporary relief for producers facing unstable market conditions, many experts argue that these programs are outdated, built on old data, and no longer aligned with the current realities of modern … Read more