TOPIC(S): Agriculture US, Government / Policies, Smallholder Farms,
TOPIC(S): Markets/Pricing, Agriculture US, Economics, Trade (Commodities),
TOPIC(S): Corn/Maize, Soybeans, Markets/Pricing,

09/20/2025 SOURCE: www.brownfieldagnews.com

Soybean sales stagnate: farmers brace for piled corn, packed bins - Brownfield Ag News

An American Soybean Association board director is concerned about the current landscape for U.S. ag exports. Jamie Beyer, who farms in west-central Minnesota, tells Brownfield China’s lack of new-crop soybean purchases is weakening basis levels in the region. “The elevators around here, we’re not hearing that anyone is going to decline delivery. They’re just making […]

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TOPIC(S): Consumer/Retail, Beef Cattle, Agriculture US,

09/18/2025 SOURCE: www.npr.org

1. Since February 2020, ground beef prices in the U.S. have jumped more than 50%, driven by a shrinking cattle herd (the smallest in about 75 years), drought, rising feed costs, and other pressures reducing supply. KCRW 2. At the same time, demand has remained strong—Americans still want hamburgers and steaks—while beef imports have dropped due to tariffs (like on Brazilian beef) and concerns like the New World screwworm parasite restricting livestock imports from Mexico. KCRW 3. Because rebuilding herds is costly and slow, ranchers are often selling breeding females rather than retaining them, so supply recovery will take time; meanwhile, restaurants and grocery stores are passing on higher costs, and consumers are starting to push back with resistance.

Why beef prices are higher than ever (and shoppers are finally resisting)

American ranchers are raising the fewest cows in decades. Through the price increases, American shoppers have stayed loyal to their love of burgers and steaks — until now.

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TOPIC(S): Weeds, Pesticides, Environment,
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Topics: Ag Innovation, Government / Policies, Ag Africa,

Explore compelling and uplifting stories that highlight the potential of Africa's tourism, business, and agricultural sectors. Discover experiences shared by Africans both in the diaspora and within the continent, showcasing the richness and vibrancy of Africa's journey towards growth and innovation.

Mosaik Magazine_English_ August September Issue 2025

Culture. Courage. Connection. This bilingual edition of Mosaik Magazine explores the new language of global leadership through powerful stories from Africa and the diaspora. From agribusiness innovation and sustainable tourism to...

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TOPIC(S): Education U.S. SouthEast,

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