- Gov. Braun Pushes Permanent Year-Round E-15, Seeks Boost for Indiana’s Corn and Ethanol Producersby C.J. Miller on February 23, 2026 at 1:58 am
There’s been a major push by corn producers and the ethanol industry to make the year-round sale of E-15 permanent. That push also has the full support of Indiana Governor Mike Braun. “I don’t think the public
- Purdue at the Forefront: $400K Grant Advances AI Robotics to Tackle Apple Orchard Diseasesby Alex Brown - Inside INdiana Business on February 22, 2026 at 5:08 pm
An international group led by Purdue University has recently been awarded a $400,000 grant from The National Science Foundation to further development of an artificial intelligence-based technology designed to improve early disease detection in apple orchards. The
- Ag Leaders React as Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs: ‘Farmers Can’t Afford More Uncertainty’by C.J. Miller on February 20, 2026 at 8:46 pm
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday invalidated President Trump’s broad global tariffs, saying that he overstepped his legal authority by invoking a statute intended for national emergencies. In a 6–3 decision in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump,
- Outlook Forum Signals Slow Recovery for Agricultureby Greg Allen on February 20, 2026 at 5:35 pm
USDA’s chief economist Justin Benavidez says farmers shouldn’t expect much help from higher crop prices in 2026. “We see a dime increase in price per bushel for corn, beans, and wheat.” Speaking at the 102nd USDA Annual
- Congressman Baird Rallies Support for Farm Bill 2.0: ‘We Must Strengthen the Safety Net’by C.J. Miller on February 20, 2026 at 2:20 am
The long-awaited “Farm Bill 2.0” was introduced late last week, which is formally called the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. Congressman Jim Baird (R-IN-04) says this bill addresses those leftover items that weren’t tackled
- Uncertain Corn Acreage Clouds Nitrogen Fertilizer Outlookby Greg Allen on February 20, 2026 at 2:15 am
Fertilizer industry experts are keeping a close eye on nitrogen prices as farmers prepare for spring planting. Throughout the winter months, prices for key nitrogen sources have remained a major topic of discussion. But as spring approaches,
- Trump Shields Glyphosate, Phosphate Production for US Farmersby C.J. Miller on February 20, 2026 at 2:10 am
President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order invoking the Defense Production Act to safeguard the domestic manufacturing of elemental phosphorus and glyphosate-based herbicides. According to the administration, elemental phosphorus is considered vital to military preparedness, while
- Roundup Reckoning: Bayer Agrees to $7.25 Billion Settlement Plan as Supreme Court Showdown Loomsby Hoosier Ag Today on February 20, 2026 at 2:05 am
Bayer and lawyers representing cancer patients announced this week that they have agreed to a proposed $7.25 billion settlement aimed at resolving thousands of lawsuits over Roundup, the company’s widely used weed killer. The suits claim Bayer
- Ag Labor Reform Gains Momentum on Capitol Hillby Greg Allen on February 19, 2026 at 2:20 am
Congress could soon take up not only a new farm bill, but also long-awaited farm labor legislation aimed at addressing one of agriculture’s most persistent challenges. Farm groups say the labor shortage has been building for decades,
- Don’t Risk Being Under-Insured: Farm Credit Mid-America Offers Tailored Protection for Every Operationby C.J. Miller on February 19, 2026 at 2:15 am
Farming is risky business, as producers face many different kinds of challenges. That’s why Indiana farmers may want to consider a customized risk management plan from Farm Credit Mid-America. “No two farm operations are the same. Each










