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Agriculture News

U.S. Wheat president joins trade mission to Vietnam

Capital Press

Budget proposal cuts USDA funding nearly 20% for 2027—may hit crop insurance, conservation programs, and FSA loans that most operations depend on. Check which programs you use and watch for details as this moves through Congress.

Auctions

Four production sales hit the block April 12, 2026—two Angus (Ree Heights, SD and Erhard, MN), one Boer goat (Hutchinson, MN), and one mixed production sale (Sedalia, MO). If you're shopping breeding stock or replacing bulls this spring, catalog early; these regional sales move quick and genetics vary by outfit. Check which sale fits your herd goals and budget before April.

Market Prices

Livestock as of 04/10/2026 (USDA daily)

Grants & Funding

Veterinary Services Grant Program takes applications through April 16, 2026—may cover vet costs and animal health services in rural areas where vets are scarce. Worth checking if you're paying out-of-pocket for herd health or struggling to find affordable veterinary support.

Recent USDA Awards

Lincoln County pulled $191M for watershed work—largest active payout in this cycle. Boll weevil programs ($8M available) and wildfire defense grants ($8.7M) are also moving money now. If you're near eligible counties or run cotton, check whether your operation qualifies before funds shift.

Subsidy Payments

$16.2 billion in farm subsidies flowed nationally last year, with top counties in Iowa, Illinois, and Nebraska taking the lion's share. Mid-size operations in commodity counties may see 40-60% of their margins boosted by program payments. Check what your county pulled in—your neighbor's subsidy mix likely differs from yours.

Drought Status

54% of U.S. rangeland in drought as of last week—worst levels since 2012. Matters because LFP payments and crop insurance claims hinge on drought classification timing. Check your county's designation now; FSA deadlines for loss reporting may close sooner than you'd expect if conditions worsen.

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