- 9 Million Eggs Delivered: How HATCH for Hunger Is Bringing Vital Protein to Families in Needby C.J. Miller on April 4, 2026 at 4:08 am
For millions of families across the country, putting food on the table is a daily struggle—and protein is often the missing piece. That’s why a non-profit organization called HATCH for Hunger is stepping in to help close
- Administration Pushes Aggressive Ag Trade Strategy for 2026by Greg Allen on April 3, 2026 at 5:12 pm
U.S. agricultural trade is taking center stage as the administration signals a more aggressive approach in global markets. Speaking ahead of a busy year for trade talks, U.S. ag trade negotiator Julie Callahan says, “We have the
- Data Center Backlash: Gov. Braun Says Tech Giants Must Protect Hoosiers from Electric Rate Hikes, Water Shortagesby C.J. Miller on April 3, 2026 at 1:20 am
Indiana is experiencing a boom of data centers. Right now, there are more than 70 in operation across the state with dozens more being proposed. However, this fast-growing surge is raising concerns among farmers and rural communities about
- FFA SpeakAg Pioneers Advocate for Agriculture on Capitol Hillby Sophia Shannon on April 3, 2026 at 1:15 am
National FFA’s SpeakAg Pioneers from across the United States gathered in Washington DC on March 24th to celebrate National Ag Day. “The SpeakAg Pioneer program is only open for state officers that are serving in the current
- Top of the Field: Purdue Agriculture #3 in US, #6 Globally in 2026 Rankingsby Hoosier Ag Today on April 3, 2026 at 1:10 am
Purdue University’s College of Agriculture has once again secured a place among the world’s top academic programs, ranking third in the United States and sixth globally in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject, underscoring its
- USDA Sets April Loan Rates as Farmers Weigh Borrowing Costsby Hoosier Ag Today on April 3, 2026 at 1:05 am
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has released updated loan interest rates for April, setting key benchmarks for farmers navigating financing decisions as the spring planting season approaches. Operating loans will carry an interest rate of 4.75 percent,
- From Birth to Butcher: ‘Product of USA’ Labels Require Entirely Domestic Productionby Eric Pfeiffer on April 2, 2026 at 12:20 am
Bruce Springsteen’s popular 1984 hit “Born in the USA” would not be good enough for USDA’s new “Product of USA” label. Mr. Springsteen would have to change the title to “Born, Raised, Harvested, and Processed in the
- The Impacts of Rising Energy Prices on Farmers and Ranchersby NAFB News Service on April 2, 2026 at 12:15 am
A new surge in oil prices will hit farmers right in the bottom line. New estimates suggest a $90-per-barrel market, which could significantly raise production costs across the board. Kansas State University economist Gregg Ibendahl said higher
- Simple Nutrition Steps Can Help Hoosiers Fight Chronic Diseaseby Greg Allen on April 2, 2026 at 12:10 am
Chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes continue to impact thousands of Hoosiers, but health experts say small changes in the kitchen can lead to big improvements. Nutrition plays a key role in prevention, and there’s encouraging
- Indiana Farm Bureau Launches New Mentor Program for Youth Leadership Developmentby Indiana Farm Bureau on April 2, 2026 at 12:05 am
Applications open today for Indiana Farm Bureau’s new program for youth leadership development called GenConnect that is set to kick off in June. This exclusive six-month program will pair ten high school students with seasoned Farm Bureau









