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06/16/2026

FSA is expanding payment limitation and payment eligibility provisions that affect program payments including allowing for the equitable treatment of qualified pass-through entities, resulting in additional payment limits for those entities. This change allows producers to structure their farm entities to benefit from the legal protections of certain business structures without limiting their access to the farm safety net.

Updated farm operating plans must be on file with FSA by Sept. 15, 2026, for program year 2026.
https://www.fsa.usda.gov/news-events/news/06-03-2026/usda-expands-payment-limitation-payment-eligibility-provisions-farmers

06/07/2026

FTC chairman Andrew Ferguson announced a formal investigation Thursday into fertilizer pricing and market concentration, drawing a standing ovation from farmers representing 18 states.

06/07/2026

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed the detection of a New World screwworm (NWS) in a bovine in Zavala County, Texas. NWS is a serious pest that affects livestock, pets, wildlife, and less commonly, people and birds. NWS larvae (...

06/05/2026

Today 6/5 is the final planting date for corn in this area (there is a late planting period until 6/25). Please let us know if you are having issues getting planted

06/02/2026

On Monday, the USDA published the ninth Crop Progress report of the 2026 growing season, including a first look at 2026 corn and soybean conditions. Here’s a closer look. Read more below ⬇️

05/30/2026

FSA is strengthening the farm safety net thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts Act that adds up to 30 million new base acres nationwide. Starting June 1, landowners can update and increase base acres in preparation for enrollment in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2026 and future crop years.

Landowners have until Aug. 31, 2026, to review and consider base acre increases on farms enrolled in ARC or PLC. https://www.fsa.usda.gov/news-events/news/05-26-2026/usda-announces-base-acre-increase-opportunity-agriculture-risk-price

05/25/2026

Today we honor the men and women who gave everything for this country — and we remember that the freedoms we enjoy, from open fields to quiet country roads, came at a great cost. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day spent with family, gratitude, and reflection. 🇺🇸🚜

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

ODA is proud to announce we’re working with 22 Ohio counties to improve farmland preservation through our new land use planning grants. This will enable local leaders to prepare for the future while preserving farmland.

https://agri.ohio.gov/home/news-and-events/all-news/oda-awards-county-governments-grants-to-protect-farmland

05/15/2026

The House has approved legislation allowing year-round nationwide sales of E-15, handing corn, sorghum and ethanol groups a major policy win.

Lawmakers passed the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act Wednesday by a 218-to-203 vote. Supporters say the measure would expand domestic demand for grain while offering consumers another lower-cost fuel option.