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Farmers
In the flooded farm belt, a race against the clock for planting
by
Renata Sago
Jun 7, 2019
Growers are racing to plant corn, soybeans and wheat before it's too late.
Rising demand for plant protein feeds growth of the humble pea
by
Renata Sago
May 1, 2019
The versatile legume can be found in pasta, milk, pet food and the “Beyond Burger.”
Rookie farmers in California are turning to nonprofit groups to boost their business savvy
by
Julia Mitric
Jan 29, 2019
“Beginning” farmers operate a quarter of U.S. farms, according to the USDA.
Pacific Rim nations ring in new year with a trade deal shutting out U.S. farmers
by
Justin Ho
Jan 2, 2019
As of this week, there are some tariffs around the world that are falling. Six Pacific Rim nations, including Japan, Australia and Mexico, are lowering tariffs for a number of products and services, with five other countries set to join in once their governments formally ratify the deal. Notably absent from the party? The United […]
In the age of climate change, farmers weigh their options for the future
by
Peggy Lowe
Dec 27, 2018
National climate change report says the business of farming could dramatically change if global warming isn’t addressed.
Trade war means more donations to food banks
Nov 22, 2018
To blunt the pain of tariffs, the government is buying more than $1 billion in surplus food. Much of that will go to food banks.
Talkin' trade war at the Minnesota State Fair
Aug 29, 2018
Nearly two million people visit the 12-day Minnesota State Fair every year. Visitors can take in live music, eat a lot of fried food and sweets, hop on carnival rides, and take in exhibits that celebrate the state’s agriculture industry. The fair is also a place for citizens to meet with their elected officials to discuss the big issues of the day, like a trade war.
For public good, not for profit.
Trump administration details aid for farmers hurt by tariffs
by
Amy Scott
Aug 27, 2018
The Trump administration announced details today of a $12 billion aid package for farmers hurt by the trade war. Retaliatory tariffs imposed by China and other countries have hit soybean producers especially hard, with prices falling about $2 a bushel this summer. The aid package includes help for soybean, wheat and corn farmers, and dairy […]
The USDA is buying milk and giving it to food banks
Aug 17, 2018
The program is hoping to help the needy – including America's dairy farmers.
Trump's trade announcements barely ease treacherous path farmers face
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Phoebe Unterman
Jul 26, 2018
Plans to negotiate with the European Union and aid plan fall short for farmers.