Inflation may not be tamed. How commodities can protect your portfolio
Less than 0.5% of the $50-trillion-plus market value of the S&P 500 are devoted to commodities. There's an argument that number should be higher, especially after President-elect Trump's historic win.
Most of Florida's orange crop washed away by Hurricane Milton, squeezing industry at height of harvest
Florida citrus crop yields are "struggling" after two hurricanes and greening disease — which, to Florida Citrus Mutual's Matt Joyner, means there's "no doubt" prices will rise soon.
Port strike will bring another hit to farmers, says former Trump official
A potential strike by workers at more than 30 seaports from Texas to Maine could wreak supply chain havoc in U.S., impacting food supply, medicine, cars and auto parts.
John Deere recalls 147,900 tractors over risk of brake loss
Farm equipment company John Deere is recalling about 147,900 compact utility tractors in the U.S. due to the risk they could lose braking and crash.
What products would be disrupted by a port strike?
The looming strike by about 45,000 ILA dockworkers at ports on the East and Gulf coasts would affect a variety of products imported and exported at the 36 seaports at risk of stoppages.
Wisconsin dairy farmer fact checks Democrat Senator Tammy Baldwin's 'coattail' claim that she has their 'back'
Jenks Jerseys Dairy Farm owner Jim Jenks and Miltrim Farms co-owner David Trimner provide perspective on Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin's policies.
Maryland farm at risk of losing 'millions' from PJM's 70-mile, 500,000-volt electrical transmission project
Gaver Farm, a family-owned and operated farm in Maryland, says the impact of the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project would have a severe financial impact on their business.
California farmer supporting Trump-Vance ticket: Anything we say to Democrats 'falls on deaf ears'
California farmer Steve Samra explains why he is supporting a Trump, JD Vance ticket, explaining "we feel we are being heard."
California winegrowers on edge over pest that could 'devastate' lucrative industry
Spotted lanternfly egg masses were found in California, which has the California Association of Winegrape Growers and local vineyards speaking out about the high risk to the wine industry.
US government awards Moderna $176M for bird flu vaccine development
The U.S. government has awarded $176 million to Moderna for the development of its bird flu vaccine as the country faces a H5N1 virus outbreak in dairy cows.
John Deere announces mass layoffs in Midwest amid production shift to Mexico
John Deere has announced another wave of layoffs, telling around 610 production staff at plants in Illinois and Iowa that they will be out of a job by the end of the summer.
Tractor Supply no longer going woke, eliminates DEI goals
Tractor Supply is backpedaling from a slew of initiatives that some social media users and customers had slammed as "woke" in recent weeks.
Idaho farmer sounds the alarm over water restrictions that can damage 500K acres of farmland: 'Significant'
Brian Murdock's 135-year family farm legacy could be in jeopardy as Idaho issues its largest water curtailment in state history.
Tips for selling eggs and turning a profit right from your backyard
Do you have backyard chickens? Are you looking to make a little extra cash? If your chickens are producing more eggs than you need, start to sell them for an extra profit.
Solar storm crippled GPS equipment, causing headaches for farmers
The geomagnetic storm that has been cascading down on Earth caused serious technological headaches for farmers across the U.S. and Canada by disrupting GPS on their vehicles.
Inflation pushing next generation farmers out of the business: 'Can’t believe what things cost'
Farmers in Missouri share how inflation has impacted their profits in the past couple years. Several said the high cost of doing business is squeezing out the new generation of farmers.
How Roundup lawsuits could give China an edge
Legal fees associated with Bayer's Roundup, a weed-killing product used by farmers and gardeners who want to protect their crops or yards, have cost the company significantly.
US agriculture industry gears up for futuristic aerial 'drone-swarm' farming after FAA decision
"Drone-swarm" agriculture could replace traditional tractors at just a fraction of the cost as the FAA clears the way for U.S. farmers to use the new technology.
Cattle rancher warns climate crisis is threatening US food supply
The global "rally cry" from climate elitists is an attempt at "total control" of meat production and consumption, according to U.S. cattle rancher Shad Sullivan.
Army vet says prepper food company booming as more Americans plan for disaster in 2024
US Army veteran Jason Nelson shared why prepping has become more mainstream and how his freeze-dried beef company can help families supplement their emergency stockpile.