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China Farm Purchase Pledge Faces Market Demand Challenges
1+ hour, 5+ min ago (183+ words) LUBBOCK, TEXAS (RFD NEWS) " China's new pledge to buy more U. S. agricultural products could support farm exports, but follow-through may be difficult. Retired USDA economist Dr. Fred Gale says the White House commitment calls for China to buy $17 billion per year…...
Ocean Freight Rates Rise As Grain Movement Shifts
10+ hour, 14+ min ago (156+ words) NASHVILLE, TENN. (RFD NEWS) " Grain transportation costs remain elevated as ocean freight rates climbed to their highest levels in nearly four years. USDA says the Gulf-to-Japan grain shipping rate reached $72 per metric ton for the week ending May 14, the highest…...
Falls and Tractor Rollovers Continue Driving Farm Injuries and Deaths
21+ hour, 40+ min ago (118+ words) MADISON, Wis. (RFD News) " Farming remains one of the most hazardous industries in the country, with CDC data showing agriculture workers are five times more likely to die on the job compared to other professions. John Shutske with the University…...
NCBA Members Take Cattle Industry Concerns to Capitol Hill
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (103+ words) WASHINGTON, D. C. (RFD News) " Cattle producers from across the country recently traveled to Washington for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association's Legislative Conference as ranchers continue navigating a wide range of industry issues. Producers say concerns surrounding regulations, market conditions and natural…...
Texas Agriculture Leaders Push Back on Expanding Data Center Footprint
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (237+ words) ABILENE, TEXAS (RFD News) " Texas agriculture leaders say the rapid growth of data centers is creating concerns about farmland loss and pressure on rural infrastructure. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller recently spoke with RFD News Correspondent Frank Mc Caffrey about…...
On the Record Ep. 63 | Aaron Watson Talks Songwriting, Family, and New Album Horse Named Texas - RFD
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (89+ words) On the Record Ep. 63 | Aaron Watson Talks Songwriting, Family, and New Album Horse Named Texas RFD-TV On the Record Ep. 63 | Aaron Watson Talks Songwriting, Family, and New Album Horse Named Texas Aaron Watson is the country's ultimate country troubadour. He…...
Country Music with a Cause: Folds Of Honor Kicks Off CMA Fest week a star studded game
2+ day, 58+ min ago (115+ words) RFD-TV Country Music with a Cause: Folds Of Honor Kicks Off CMA Fest week a star studded game Some of the biggest names in country music are teaming up with pro athletes to help celebrate America's 250th anniversary. The Rock "N…...
USMEF Conference Highlights Strong Consumer Demand for Protein
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (261+ words) OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma (RFD NEWS) " Americans are continuing to consume meat at record levels as demand remains strong across multiple proteins heading into summer cookout season. New USDA forecasts show beef, pork and chicken consumption is all expected to rise…...
Champions of Rural America: Rep. Mark Messmer of Indiana Highlights Farm Bill Priorities for Rural America
2+ day, 26+ min ago (172+ words) WASHINGTON, D. C. (RFD News) " Farmers are continuing to watch Washington closely as they wait for Senate action on the Farm Bill after the legislation recently cleared the House. In today's Champions of Rural America, Congressman Mark Messmer of Indiana shared his…...
Salute the Troops with a Memorial Day Music Marathon on RFD-TV
2+ day, 26+ min ago (855+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (RFD NETWORK) " RFD-TV is honoring Memorial Day with a full day of music and entertainment during its "Memorial Day Music Marathon," featuring country, bluegrass, gospel, and Americana performances from some of the biggest names in the industry. The…...