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Shutting down federal bee labs threatens bees, beekeepers and the US food system

America’s bees and beekeepers are losing a valuable ally just when they need its help most.

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This Simple 3-Plant Formula is the Secret to a More Intentional and Elevated Backyard

Repeat planting will instant boost your backyard credentials, and it's as easy as one, two, three

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The $120 ‘Summer EBT’ Boost: Why Most Eligible Households Will Receive Their First Deposit Between Late May and Early June

For millions of families struggling with rising grocery costs, summer break often creates a financial problem that arrives right when school meals disappear. Parents suddenly...

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The USDA secretary forces faith on staff

Brooke Rollins is being sued for blitzing her staff with Christian emails

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USDA’s Home Repair Grants and Loans Could Transform Your Fixer-Upper

Fixer-uppers often come with more than charm—they come with leaking roofs, outdated wiring, and repair bills that pile up fast. The USDA steps into this gap with programs designed to help eligible homeowners fix serious issues without draining savings accounts. These programs target safety, accessibility, and livability so families can…

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Soybeans Hold onto Gains into the Long Weekend

Soybeans held higher into the Friday close, as contracts were steady to 2 ¼ cents in the green. July was up 19 ½ cents on the week, with November 17 cents higher. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was up 2 cents at $11.33 1/2. Soymeal futures were firm...

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Hogs Close Mixed into the Long Weekend

Lean hog futures closed mixed on Friday, with contracts 62 cents higher to 72 cents lower. June was down $3 this week. USDA’s national base hog price was $93.23 in the Friday PM report, down 35 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was up 45 cents...

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Stronger Thailand Sugar Exports Pressure Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Friday closed down -0.20 (-1.34%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed down -2.60 (-0.58%). Sugar prices settled lower on Friday, consolidating above Monday's 2-week lows. Strength in sugar exports from Thailand, the world's second-largest sugar exporter, weighed on...

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Cotton Falling Lower on Friday

Cotton futures are down 50 to 77 points at Friday’s midday. The US dollar index was $0.003 lower at $99.215. Crude oil was up $0.54 on the day to $98.89. The market will be closed on Monday for Memorial Day, with a normal open for the Tuesday session. USDA’s Export...

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Cattle Trying to Bounce Off Early Lows into the Long Weekend

Live cattle futures are up 22 cents to 85 cents lower. Cash trade from this week has been $260 to $265 across the country. The Friday Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed $259 sales on 104 of the 652 head offered, with $258 bids on the remaining. Feeder cattle futures...

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Soybeans Holding onto Gains at Midday

Soybeans are trading with 1 to 4 cent losses across most contracts on Friday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is up 3 1/2 cents at $11.34 3/4. Soymeal futures are up $2.30 to $3.80 on the day, with Soy Oil futures 40 to 45 points higher. The CBoT...

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Hogs Trading Mixed on Friday

Lean hog futures are mixed at midday, with front months June up a dime and other contracts down as much 75 cents. USDA’s national base hog price was $93.57 in the Friday AM report. The CME Lean Hog Index was up 45 cents on May 20 at $91.07. The CME...

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Sugar Prices Slip on Stronger Sugar Exports from Thailand

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is down -0.21 (-1.41%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is down -3.20 (-0.72%). Sugar prices are weaker today as they consolidate above Monday's 2-week lows. Strength in sugar exports from Thailand, the world's second-largest sugar exporter, is bearish...

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Did Cotton Run Out of Upside Steam?

ICE cotton futures bottomed in early February and had recovered by over 45%. Commodity cyclicality kicked in, boosting cotton prices during months when the fluffy fiber tends to reach a seasonal high. However, cotton futures seem to have run out of upside steam since the May 13 high.

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Cattle Look to Friday after Limit Feeder Losses on Thursday

Live cattle futures fell $3.35 to $5.95 lower into the Thursday close. Open interest was up 1,031 contracts, with June down 2,610 contracts and the rest of the board with rising OI. Cash trade has been limited so far this week with a few $260 sales in KS and $265...

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Hogs Look to Close Out the Week

Lean hog futures were under pressure on Thursday, with contracts down 60 cents to $2.15. Open interest suggested a rotation of ownership, down just 47 contracts. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $93.58 on Thursday afternoon, down 18 cents from the day prior due to thin trade. The...

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New SNAP rules could backfire

Small stores may stop accepting SNAP payments instead of meeting the new requirements

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Hogs Collapse on Thursday

Lean hog futures were under pressure on Thursday, with contracts down 60 cents to $2.15. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $93.58 on Thursday afternoon, down 18 cents from the day prior due to thin trade. The CME Lean Hog Index was up 45 cents on May 19...

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Cotton Falls on Thursday

Cotton futures closed the Thursday session with contracts down 198 to 362 points across the board. The US dollar index was $0.151 higher at $99.165. Crude oil was down $0.26 on the day to $98.00. USDA’s Export Sales report from Thursday morning showed 131,792 RB of cotton sold for 2025/26...

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Cattle Face Limit Losses in Feeders on Thursday

Live cattle futures fell $3.35 to $5.95 lower into the Thursday close. Cash trade has been limited so far this week with a few $260 sales in KS and $265 in the North. The Thursday Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales on the 652 head offered, with bids...

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Sugar Prices Climb on Global Weather Concerns

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Thursday closed up +0.17 (+1.15%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed up +4.00 (+0.91%). Sugar prices rallied on Thursday amid growing worries that dry weather from an El Niño weather event could disrupt global sugar production. The emergence...

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Cotton Falling at Thursday’s Midday

Cotton futures are trading with contracts down 300 to 366 points on the Thursday session. The US dollar index was $0.306 higher at $99.320. Crude oil is up $1.75 on the day to $100.08. USDA’s Export Sales report from Thursday morning showed 131,792 RB of cotton sold for 2025/26 in...

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Hogs Facing Pressure on Thursday

Lean hog futures are down $1.65 to $1.92 across most contracts on Thursday. USDA’s national base hog price was not reported on Thursday morning due to thin trade. The CME Lean Hog Index was up 45 cents on May 19 at $91.00. Export Sales data from USDA showed pork sales...

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Rising Crude Oil Prices Support Ethanol and Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.14 (+0.95%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +3.00 (+0.68%). Sugar prices are moving higher today as strength in crude oil prices spurred short covering in sugar futures. Crude oil (CLN26 ) jumped by more...

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Little-Known Grants: USDA Offers Seniors Up to $10K for Home Repairs and 1% Loans up to $40K

Millions of seniors are living in homes that desperately need repairs, but many simply cannot afford a new roof, safer plumbing, wheelchair ramps, or updated...

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