Agriculture
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…
USDA announces $6 million to support processing of invasive wild-caught catfish and improve food and agricultural supply chain resilience
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced that USDA is opening a $6 million grant opportunity for seafood processors processing invasive…
Governor Braun grows Indiana ag-biotech sector with Israeli company’s new North American headquarters
INDIANA— Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced today that IBI Ag, an Israeli ag-biotech company developing next-generation biological crop-protection solutions, will establish its North American headquarters…
USDA Rural Development rescinds outdated construction regulation to reduce red tape and support rural housing
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development today announced it is proposing to rescind 7 CFR part 1924, an outdated Farmers Home Administration…
Secretary Rollins unveils plan to modernize agricultural data collection and put farmers first
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, at the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)…
Connect with dairy leaders at Dairy Strong 2027
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Registration is now open for the 2027 Dairy Strong conference, presented by the Voice of Milk. On Jan. 13-14, be part…
Lawrence County Sheriff issues road safety warning ahead of fall harvest
BEDFORD — As fall approaches across Southern Indiana, local agricultural operations will soon enter peak harvest season. That surge in field activity means motorists will…
