Agriculture

Agricultural lenders delivered a somewhat pessimistic forecast for the US farm economy, projecting that barely half of farm borrowers would be profitable this year, and less than half would remain profitable in 2026. Still, even amid rising pressure, the latest Agricultural Lender Survey from American Bankers Association and the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (ABA and …

What the “Ag Lenders” Are Forecasting for the 2026 Farm Economy Read More »

A new University of California, San Diego study reframes drought risk; it’s not just about how much it rains, but where that rain comes from, said Yan Jiang, the study’s lead author and postdoctoral scholar at UC San Diego. Understanding the origin of rainfall and whether it comes from oceanic or land sources gives policymakers …

I Had No Idea… “Land-Driven” Droughts: A New Indicator for Climate-Proofing Agricultural Assets Read More »

For over a decade, one of the most reliable warnings that Mount Etna in Sicily is ready to erupt have been a dozen goats outfitted with trackers. Before each of the last seven major eruptions, scientists have observed frantic behavior in the goats. When the volcano began showing signs of life earlier this year, the …

How the “Internet of Animals” Could Unlock Nature’s Superpowers Read More »

***LIMITED SERVICE – The staff and I will be taking off for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no report on either Thursday or Friday. Full-coverage will resume Monday morning. From our families to yours, we wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 

I’ve been given several big breaks in life, and I am forever grateful. Sadly, too often, many people miss the helping hands or squander the opportunity because they simply aren’t looking from the right perspective or are too busy wallowing in their own self-pity.  I’ve often been criticized in my business practices for looking for …

Are You Sure You Are Looking at “Opportunities” Correctly… I Know I Wasn’t When I Was Younger Read More »

For several years now, China’s pig farmers have faced an increasing threat from a mosquito-borne disease known as “Getah Virus.” Also known as “GETV,” outbreaks in Chinese swine go back to at least 2017, with sporadic outbreaks in years since, though there is little talk of the issue by officials or state-run media.   GETV …

China’s Pork Producers May Be Battling “Getah Virus” Read More »

Honeyville, Inc. is a Utah-based food company with a legacy stretching back to 1951, rooted deeply in entrepreneurship, compassion, and a commitment to service. Its story is a remarkable one, blending the tragedy of World War II, the resilience of its founder, and the enduring success of an American business that continues to thrive today, …

Grains of Hope: How One Man Saved Families and Founded Honeyville Read More »

Soybeans are among a group of plants that can essentially make their own nitrogen from air. A symbiotic relationship with bacteria enables this almost magical trait and scientists think it could be turned on in other plants, including corn and wheat.   For those not familiar with nitrogen “fixing,” it is the process of converting nitrogen …

Scientists Find Keys to Unlocking Nitrogen Fixing in Grain Crops Read More »

The number of dairy cows in the US has ballooned this year, with inventory more than +200,000 head higher than last year. According to insiders, the increase is tied to the growing trend of “beef-on-dairy” cattle, which now represent between 12%-15% of all fed cattle slaughtered in the US. For those not familiar, “beef-on-dairy” refers …

How “Beef-On-Diary” Is Fundamentally Shifting The Game Read More »

Whole Foods Market’s top food trend predictions for 2026 revolve around a return to “ancestral” ingredients, a fiber boom, elevated convenience, and a celebration of women farmers—all designed to fit the shifting demands of health-conscious and innovative eaters. For those not familiar, the annual report is compiled by the “Whole Foods Market Trends Council” – …

Fat, Fiber, Frozen, and Female Farmers Driving 2026 Food Trends Read More »