Afternoon Ag News, September 3, 2026: What did farmers receive for crops and livestock in July?

USDA's July index for crop and livestock production prices received by ag producers indicate declines in some categories from the prior month. Rod Bain has the story. USDA Radio Newsline

Farm Talk: North Dakota Livestock Alliance uses fall events to promote livestock development opportunities

This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Amber Wood with the North Dakota Livestock Alliance highlights upcoming events to visit with producers about livestock development in the state of North Dakota.   

Mid-morning Ag News, September 3, 2026: Financial pressures continue in farm country

The Rural Mainstreet Index edged back above growth-neutral in August, but the latest survey still shows significant financial pressure across farm country. NAFB News Service

Morning Ag News, September 3, 2026: Wisconsin's dairy herd count falls below 5,000

Wisconsin’s dairy herd count has fallen below 5,000 for the first time, highlighting just how dramatically the state’s dairy industry has changed over the past century. NAFB News Service

Afternoon Ag News, September 2, 2026: Food safety tips for packing school lunches

What should you know from a food safety perspective if you are in charge of packing a school lunch for a child or children? Rod Bain has the story. USDA Radio Newsline

Mid-morning Ag News, September 2, 2026: Reasons behind the recent strength in the corn market

Corn is drawing the most attention from grain market watchers as global supplies tighten and demand remains strong. Mike Zuzolo, founder of Global Commodity Analytics, says the fundamentals behind corn are the strongest they've been in year. NAFB News Service

Morning Ag News, September 2, 2026: Food safety tips for tailgate parties

Football season means tailgate parties in many instances but party chefs need to consider avoiding food safety fouls involving cross contamination of food products. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline

Afternoon Ag News, September 1, 2026: U.S. Ag Secretary announces Ranchers First Initiative

Monday, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the Ranchers First Initiative, a package of actions to continue rebuilding the beef herd.  USDA

Mid-morning Ag News, September 1, 2026: Temperatures in July were record setting in the Northern Plains

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about a heat dome parked during mid-July over the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest, and its role in record high temperatures. USDA Radio Newsline

NDSU Ag Minute: Weed management tips for growers

This NDSU Ag Minute features Jeff Stachler, NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist. Stachler offers some weed management advice for growers.