Across America, cattle ranchers and farmers are struggling to sustain their way of life. The cost of land, equipment, and fertilizer has steadily increased, making it hard just to break even, especially when the payoff for raising a cow is…
You’re reading Dispatch Markets, a weekly dive into the forces driving economic growth—and those holding it back—featuring Scott Lincicome, Kyla Scanlon, Karl Smith, Marian Tupy, and Adam Ozimek. “We just got thrown some more election candy,” grumbled Nebraska…
MISSOULA, MT – Wally Congdon is done with Donald Trump. The 69-year-old cattle rancher, a member of the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame, voted for him in 2024 amid frustrations with the Biden administration's immigration agenda. He also supported Rep. Ryan Zinke,…
A new federal rule could make it harder for farmers to finance projects related to clean energy. The regulations require farmers to complete projects and document a year of energy savings before applying for funding. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said…
“Farmers are a key voting group for Republicans, but their votes could be on the line, with the Iran war and President Trump’s tariff and trade wars driving up production costs along with diesel and fertilizer prices,” NewsNation reports. “The…
For many trucking fleets, farms, construction firms, and equipment operators, fuel represents one of the largest day-to-day operating expenses. As policymakers explore ways to reduce those costs, users should carefully evaluate both the potential savings and the operational implications of…
Recently, two Executive Orders that will have an impact on livestock markets and processing were signed by President Trump. What does implementation of the orders look like, how will they support small processors and state programs, and how will food…
U.S. diesel prices reached $6.28 a gallon despite efforts to lower fuel costs before the midterms. Regulatory changes and farm aid face questions as the Iran war drives energy costs higher. Javascript is required to use this website. Husker Legends: Jordan Larson…
As seventh-generation Clark County farmer John Yeley drives across acres of harvest-ready soybeans in his combine, he’s thinking about the cost of fueling it. “Everybody’s just trying to get the crops taken in in a timely manner and biting a…
Iowa GOP gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn joins ‘The Big Weekend Show’ to discuss diesel prices, farmers’ support for the GOP and his race against Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand. Iowa farmers continue backing Trump and GOP ahead of midterms Iowa…
Republicans and the farm economy: tariffs and lost exports such as soybeans to China, the farm bailouts and aid payments, beef prices and imports, and farm labour.
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