USDA Creates Seafood Office Expanding Support For Producers Nationwide
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Agriculture is expanding its role in food production […]
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Small Business Weakness Signals Pressure On Rural Economies
NASHVILLE, TN – Small business optimism declined in March, signaling growing economic pressure that could […]
Ethanol Production Climbs As Demand Strengthens, Exports Fall
LUBBOCK, TX – Ethanol production increased last week, providing support to corn demand even as […]
China Soybean Supply Surge Expected To Pressure Prices
NASHVILLE, TN – A surge in soybean supplies headed to China this spring is expected […]
Fertilizer Supply Tightens As Imports Fall, Transportation Slows
LUBBOCK, TX – Fertilizer supplies are tightening ahead of spring planting, as lower imports, transportation […]
Federal Reserve Highlights Investment Needs Across Rural America
LUBBOCK, TX – Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr says stronger investment in rural communities will […]
AGRIBUSINESS REPORT PODCAST – John Duff
Today’s guest is John Duff. He is the Founder and CEO of Sero Ag Strategies […]
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 04/15/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]
USDA Issues Payments Supporting Domestic Cotton And Wool
WASHINGTON, DC – USDA is issuing payments under the 2026 Pima Cotton and Wool Trust […]
Alcohol Trade Dispute Hits U.S. Farmers Through Exports
NASHVILLE, TN – A sharp drop in U.S. alcohol exports to Canada is creating ripple […]
Tariffs Not Primary Driver Of Rising Goods Inflation
NASHVILLE, TN – New analysis from the Minneapolis Federal Reserve suggests tariffs are not the […]
Beginning Farmers Face Challenges But Show Paths Forward
LUBBOCK, TX – New research from USDA’s Economic Research Service highlights both the challenges and […]
Soybean Crush Demand Lifts Prices Across Soy Complex
LUBBOCK, TX – Strong domestic crush demand is driving higher soybean, soybean oil, and soymeal […]
Fertilizer Costs Surge As Farmers Face Tight Margins
NASHVILLE, TN – Rising fertilizer and fuel costs are tightening margins for U.S. farmers during […]
AGRIBUSINESS REPORT PODCAST – Mark Brown
Today’s guest is Mark Brown with Plains Cotton Growers (PCG) in Lubbock, TX http://www.ParamountBroadcasting.com/audio/podcasts/2026/20260414ABR.mp3
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 04/14/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]
Crop Insurance Participation Surges As Risk Management Needs Grow
LUBBOCK, TX – Farmers expanded their use of crop insurance in 2025, setting new records […]
Rural States Lead Nation In Fatal Animal Vehicle Collisions
NASHVILLE, TN – Animal-related vehicle crashes remain a growing safety concern in rural America, with […]
Livestock Loans Help Producers Expand Herds Amid Strong Markets
LAKELAND, FL – Strong cattle prices and tight herd supplies are encouraging producers to consider […]
Rising Fuel Costs Push Grain Transportation Prices Higher
LUBBOCK, TX – Higher fuel prices are beginning to push grain transportation costs upward across […]
Beef Exports Decline While Variety Meats Drive Value
LUBBOCK, TX – U.S. beef exports declined in February, but strong demand for variety meats […]
Corn Inspections Lead Weekly USDA Export Movement Report
WASHINGTON, DC – USDA’s latest grain inspections report shows strong corn movement continuing to drive […]
AGRIBUSINESS REPORT PODCAST – Cory Krueger
Today’s guest is Cory Krueger. He is the Managing Partner of Hensley & Krueger in […]
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 04/13/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]
Immigration Policy Shifts Could Reshape Farm Labor Supply
NASHVILLE, TN – Changes in immigration policy could significantly reshape the U.S. agricultural labor force […]
Energy Volatility Drives Crop Prices, Shifts 2026 Planting Decisions
NASHVILLE, TN – Energy market volatility is driving grain and oilseed prices and reshaping 2026 […]
Iran Conflict Raises Costs, But Farm Income Outlook Mixed
WEST LAFAYETTE, IN – Rising energy and fertilizer costs tied to the Iran conflict are […]
JBS Greeley Agreement Ends Strike, Restores Beef Production Operations
LUBBOCK, TX – JBS USA has reached a labor agreement with UFCW Local 7, ending […]
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 04/09/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 04/08/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]
AGRIBUSINESS REPORT PODCAST – Andrew Coppin
Today’s guest is Andrew Coppin. He is founder and CEO of Ranchbot in Fort Worth, […]
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 04/07/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 04/06/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]
AGRIBUSINESS REPORT PODCAST – Bob Maurer
Today’s guest is Bob Maurer. He is with Manduca Trading in Chicago, IL. http://www.ParamountBroadcasting.com/audio/podcasts/2026/20260406ABR.mp3
Ethanol Production Falls While Demand And Exports Shift
NASHVILLE, TN – U.S. ethanol production declined last week while demand softened, even as exports […]
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 04/02/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]
EPA Removes DEF Sensor Rule Saving Agriculture Billions
LUBBOCK, TX – The Environmental Protection Agency has removed Diesel Exhaust Fluid sensor requirements for […]
China Pork Demand Shifts Reshape Global Trade Outlook
NASHVILLE, TN – Changes in China’s pork sector are reshaping global trade dynamics, with long-term […]
LRP Insurance Gains Use As Cattle Market Risk Tool
LUBBOCK, TX – Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) insurance is gaining traction among cattle producers as […]
Farm Bill Talks Emphasize Credit Access And Rising Costs
NASHVILLE, TN – Farm Bill negotiations are advancing in Washington, with agricultural lenders and policymakers […]
USDA Moves Forest Service Headquarters To Utah
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Agriculture is relocating the Forest Service headquarters from […]
AGRIBUSINESS REPORT PODCAST – Mike Castle
Today’s guest is Mike Castle. He is the Sr. Commodity Economist with StoneX. http://www.ParamountBroadcasting.com/audio/podcasts/2026/20260401ABR.mp3
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 04/01/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]
Precision Agriculture Returns Vary Widely Across Farm Operations
NASHVILLE, TN – Precision agriculture technology is not consistently improving farm profitability, with most tools […]
Farm Survey Signals Growing Stress Across U.S. Agriculture
LUBBOCK, TX – U.S. farmers are increasingly concerned about long-term profitability and global competitiveness, as […]
Lower Interest Rates Offer Limited Relief For Farm Budgets
LUBBOCK, TX – Lower interest rates are providing only modest relief for farm operations in […]
EPA Finalizes Biofuel Mandates, Boosting Farm Demand Outlook
NASHVILLE, TN – New federal biofuel mandates are set to increase demand for U.S. crops, […]
Grain Stocks Increase Across Corn, Soybeans, and Wheat
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. grain stocks are building across major crops, with corn, soybean, and […]
Less Corn, More Soybeans In 2026 Plantings Outlook
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. farmers are shifting acres in 2026, with fewer corn and wheat […]
AGRICULTURE TODAY PODCAST 03/31/2026
Today’s episode features the latest in agribusiness news, markets and weather with Tony St. James […]