ASI Awarded USDA Funding to Expand Global Markets for American Wool

The Quality Samples Program(QSP) is one of four competitive grant programs that ASI participates in each year to help develop new international markets for American wool. The program plays a critical...

Rancher Testifies on Mexican Wolf Delisting in House Hearing

This week the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries held a hearing on the Enhancing Safety for Animals Act of 2025 that would delist the Mexican wolf under the Endanger...

E15 Coming to California for First Time

The California Senate on Wednesday voted unanimously on a bill to sell E15 in the state for the first time. The measure now heads to Gov. Gavin Newsom, who is expected to sign it into law. California...

Montana Grain Growers Association Concerned About New Canadian Import Regulations

The Montana Grain Growers Association (MGGA) is deeply concerned about the new Canadian import regulations that took effect mid-August. These regulations impose significant restrictions on importing a...

USDA Forecasts Higher Net Farm Income

With an injection of government payments and strong livestock prices, USDA reported net farm income is projected to increase nearly 41% in 2025 despite financial challenges facing crop producers. USDA...

BLM Sage Grouse Management Plan Updates Put States First

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on changes to its proposal on how to manage Greater Sage-grouse habitat across eight Western states and is inviting the public to weigh in. The...

Genetics, Efficiency, and Partnerships Take Center Stage at 2025 Feeding Quality Forum

September 3, 2025 - The 2025 Feeding Quality Forum, hosted by Certified Angus Beef, brought together cattle producers, feeders, and industry leaders to focus on the future of beef production. The two-...

Columbia Grain International Promotes Kurt Haarmann to President and CEO

Columbia Grain International has announced announced the promotion of industry veteran Kurt Haarmann to President and CEO, effective immediately. The announcement was made by CGI’s parent company, Mar...

Farmers for Free Trade Announces 14-State "Motorcade for Trade" Harvest Listening Tour

Farmers for Free Trade today announced the launch of its "Motorcade for Trade" campaign, a 14-state tour across America's agricultural heartland designed to amplify farmer voices calling for open mark...

USDA Expands Efforts to Increase Large Animal Veterinarian Workforce and Protect America’s Food Supply

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins has announced a commitment to new actions to increase the number of rural food animal veterinarians across the U.S. and recruit new veterinarians to joi...