Agriculture
Secretary Rollins pens opinion piece in agri-pulse “American greatness depends on our great American farmers”
WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins penned an opinion piece in Agri-Pulse emphasizing the essential role our farmers, ranchers, and rural communities play in powering the nation. …
Indiana poultry industry battles surge in Avian Flu during spring migration
INDIANA — Indiana’s status as a national powerhouse in poultry production is being tested as a relentless wave of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) sweeps…
Indiana farmers face “nerve-racking” Spring as diesel prices surge toward record highs
LAWRENCE COUNTY — As tractors begin to roll across Southern Indiana for the 2026 spring planting season, the usual optimism of a new crop year…
Proposed changes to the National List for Organic Crops and Livestock
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On March 23, 2026, the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register to amend…
USDA promotes new, voluntary “Product of USA” label
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, on National Agriculture Day, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the launch of a national public awareness campaign to inform…
USDA launches TRUMP Mission to Vietnam to expand market access for American farmers
Washington, D.C.– The U.S. Department of Agriculture launched a Trade Reciprocity for U.S. Manufacturers and Producers (TRUMP) Mission to Vietnam this week to open new markets,…
Lawrence County landowners offered free soil testing this Spring
BEDFORD — Local landowners looking to improve their gardens, pastures, or crop ground have a unique opportunity to get professional insights into their land’s health…
State Soil Conservation Board will meet on Monday, March 23
INDIANAPOLIS — The State Soil Conservation Board (SSCB) will meet for a board meeting on Monday, March 23rd, from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST at the Indiana Soybean…
Gov. Braun invests record-breaking commitment in Agriculture & Life Sciences; $1 Billion to grow over 100K new jobs in 10 years
INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun today formally announced a major investment in agricultural and life sciences with the goal of creating 100,000 high wage jobs…
Indiana Grain Indemnity Corporation meeting is March 18
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Grain Indemnity Corporation (IGIC) will hold a public board of directors meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to…
