USDA is ending dairy checkoff funding for climate, carbon and ESG
initiatives while reviewing other programs for alignment with department policy.
BUSDA Ditches ESG in Dairy Checkoff
Corn was 13% harvested, and the remaining crop was rated 57% in
good-to-excellent condition as of Sunday, Sept. 20. Soybeans were 12% harvested
and were rated 58% in good-to-excellent condition.
BUSDA Weekly Crop Progress Report
Archer Daniels Midland plans to market carbon removal credits generated
through CO2 capture at its Nebraska corn complex, creating one of the largest
agricultural credit offerings available.
4^ADM Launches Nebraska Carbon Credits
The Renewable Fuels Association challenged EPA approval of small-refinery
exemptions totaling 1.76 billion gallons, arguing the agency relied on flawed
analysis and improperly broadened waiver eligibility.
1^Biofuels Group Targets EPA Waivers
Higher harvest costs, including fuel surcharges, are reducing farmers'
profitability.
:^Cash Market Moves