The latest news from the agricultural sector
2026-03-06
Mental Health Support Highlighted at Canada Farm Show
Mental health support for farmers takes focus at Canada Farm Show Regina as Do More Agriculture Foundation shares tools, peer support platforms, and crisis resources. Read more
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2026-03-06
Farmers Back Year-Round E15 Fuel Policy
A new Midwest poll shows strong rural voter support for year-round E15 legislation, with farm families urging Congress to act as ethanol demand could strengthen the farm economy. Read more
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2026-03-06
Bayer Expands Preceon Smart Corn Across U.S. Acres
Bayer Expands Preceon Smart Corn to 85,000 Acres in 2025 Read more
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2026-03-06
Vermeer Builds New Industrial Plant in Iowa
Vermeer plans a new 300,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Bondurant, Iowa, creating more than 300 jobs and expanding production of equipment parts and advanced machinery. Read more
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2026-03-06
House Ag Committee approves farm bill
Groups say the work has just begun Read more
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2026-03-06
Farmer Sentiment Rises Slightly in Feb Survey
The Purdue Ag Economy Barometer rose to 116 in February as farmers reported better current conditions, but concerns about outlook, costs, and commodity prices remain strong. Read more
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2026-03-06
Kansas State Study Predicts Gas Price Rise
Kansas State University analysis shows rising oil prices after the Middle East conflict could increase gasoline prices in the coming weeks and raise fuel costs nationwide. Read more
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2026-03-06
SARM Calling for Stronger Rural Emergency Funding
SARM calls on governments to strengthen funding for rural emergency services to improve disaster response, wildfire readiness, and volunteer fire support across Saskatchewan communities. Read more
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2026-03-06
March 8 is International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day Read more
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2026-03-06
Zoetis Builds Future for Livestock Health
Zoetis will acquire Neogen animal genomics business for 160 million to expand precision animal health tools and strengthen livestock genetic insights worldwide. Read more
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2026-03-06
NPPC Celebrates Industry Pioneers in 2026 Hall of Fame
Honorees Recognized for Decades of Pork Leadership Read more
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2026-03-06
A new front in the repair access debate
Iowa’s DEF access bill puts emissions repairs back in the spotlight Read more
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