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IDOA extends suspension of poultry exhibitions & sales

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is extending the suspension on the exhibition or sale of poultry at swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets and auctions for another 30 days. The move is an effort to help prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza... Read More.

Bipartisan bills in Senate support crop insurance & credit access

Bipartisan legislation has been reintroduced in the U.S. Senate to help improve risk management and financial resources for farmers. Senate Ag Committee Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar stressed the need to close crop insurance gaps for beginning farmers and veterans during a recent hearing. “Many... Read More.

Food & ag industries urging MAHA Commission to use sound science

Many in the food and ag industries are urging the newly established Make America Healthy Again Commission to prioritize sound science and data in its upcoming product evaluations. John Bode, president of the Corn Refiners Association, says decisions that aren’t rooted in fact are... Read More.

NFU: USDA funding freezes & cuts hurting farmers

Leadership of the National Farmers Union (NFU) says recent funding freezes and budget cuts at the USDA are hurting farmers. President Rob Larew says the moves have added to the unprecedented uncertainty facing America’s farmers and ranchers. “Even a temporary freeze can lead to... Read More.

Celebrate Kansas Global Cuisines & Cultures Week

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson is joining communities across the state in a weeklong celebration of international foods, cultures, arts, and interests as the Kansas Department of Commerce established the first Kansas Global Cuisines and Cultures Week to take place March 16-22, 2025.Explore global culture... Read More.