Agriculture
USDA announces $180 Million Seed Sovereignty Initiative to strenghten U.S. agriculural secutiry
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced a $180 million investment to launch the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Seed…
USDA boosts regenerative pilot program funding to $1 billion for FY 2027
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced increased financial assistance for the Regenerative Pilot Program from $700 million to $1 billion in fiscal…
FTC warns farmers against online machinery and equipment impersonation scams
INDIANA — Federal consumer protection officials are warning farmers and agricultural workers to watch out for online impersonation schemes targeting buyers of tractors and heavy…
Free ag tax education webinar to detail 2026 estate tax and planning rules
INDIANA — Agricultural producers, landowners, and farm families looking to navigate the complexities of estate planning can attend a free educational webinar titled “2026 Estate…
Deadline extended to September 25: $35 million available for partnerships to combat feral swine
INDIANA – The application deadline for the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program has been extended to this Friday, September 25, 2026. USDA made available…
Indiana farmers face soaring diesel costs as harvest begins
INDIANA — As Indiana producers head into the fields for the fall harvest, they are confronting a dramatic surge in energy expenses that is significantly…
USDA launches initiative to bring more states into meat inspection
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the Stand-Up Program to provide up to $50 million in new funding to help…
National survey highlights growing momentum and long-term experience with cover crops
INDIANA — A new nationwide report reveals expanding acreage and strong long-term commitment among farmers utilizing cover crops to enhance soil health and operational resilience….
Pilot conservation drainage training rescheduled for December 1 in Lewisville
LEWISVILLE — A pilot training session focusing on conservation drainage and its vital role in improving soil health and water quality is scheduled for Tuesday,…
Soil sampling program available for Hoosier farmers
INDIANA – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA), in partnership with organizations statewide and the Gulf Hypoxia Program (GHP), is now accepting applications for the Indiana Mississippi River Basin…
