Beef Processing Disrupted by ICE Action
Friday, September 25, 2026 1:09PM CDT
Immigration and Customs Enforcement held an enforcement push this week in southwest Kansas, hitting three communities with major beef-processing facilities. The ICE enforcement action coincided with a nearly 16% drop in fed-cattle slaughter on Thursday, and a 9% decline on Wednesday, according to USDA's daily slaughter reports this week.
States Allowing Dyed Diesel on Road
Friday, September 25, 2026 12:58PM CDT
As farmers face soaring diesel costs heading into harvest, Nebraska, Alabama and Louisiana have moved to provide relief by temporarily allowing dyed farm diesel to be used in highway-registered vehicles without state penalties.
Blueprint for Growth -- 6
Friday, September 25, 2026 8:39AM CDT
After decades of mergers and the promise of creating one-stop shops for seed and crop-protection products, companies are reversing course. Here's a look at the changing landscape for farmers.
View From the Range
Friday, September 25, 2026 8:09AM CDT
Cross Cattle Company weans calves based on grass, weather and feed conditions, using low-stress practices, then backgrounds calves while evaluating performance and future breeding potential.