Category Archives: Agriculture News

California Clears Final Hurdle For E15 Sales
California has cleared the final regulatory hurdle for retailers to offer E15 gasoline, potentially opening a major new market for ethanol. E15 is a blend of 15% ethanol and 85% gasoline. Gover...
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The Ag Center - Water Update for Tuesday, September 22nd
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Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling Advances
Mandatory country-of-origin labeling for beef moved closer to returning after the Senate Agriculture Committee advanced its version of the 2026 farm bill. The legislation includes an amendment tied to...
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Pork Producers Still Seek Proposition 12 Solution in Congress
The National Pork Producers Council welcomed progress on the farm bill. Still, the organization wants lawmakers to address California's Proposition 12 and the growing patchwork of state livesto...
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The Ag Center - Water Update for Friday, September 18th
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USDA Expands Crop Insurance Flexibility for Organic Stone Fruit Growers
The USDA is improving crop insurance options for organic stone fruit producers, giving them more flexibility beginning with the 2027 crop year. The Risk Management Agency is allowing producers ...
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The Ag Center - Commodity Report for Thursday, September 17th
Don York Sep 17, 2026

Grower Feedback on Fertilizers Needed
The USDA is asking farmers to share their experiences with fertilizer prices and industry consolidation as federal officials investigate whether the market is operating fairly. Deputy Agriculture Secr...
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More Farmers Turn To AI For Decisions
Farmers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for help with day-to-day decisions as they manage rising costs, weather uncertainty, and tighter margins. Bloomberg says a new McKins...
Don York Sep 15, 2026 budabar / Depositphotos.com

The Ag Center - Commodity Report for Tuesday, September 15th
Don York Sep 15, 2026
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