New Mexico officials are preparing to reopen the Santa Teresa cattle
crossing as USDA evaluates phased border reopenings tied to New World screwworm
concerns, according to the state's top ag official.
7^NM Prepares for Santa Teresa Reopening
Farmers and agricultural groups are pressing senators to advance the farm
bill as Republicans prepare for another committee vote Wednesday, while SNAP
provisions remain a major obstacle to final passage.
BFarmers Make Final Farm Bill Push
Reality TV star and Missouri farmer Steven A. McBee Sr. was released early
from federal prison after a crop insurance fraud conviction, as a related
asset-transfer lawsuit continues.
4^McBee Freed More Than 1 Year Early
Widespread rains improved pasture and range conditions across several
major beef states, especially the Plains, while drier weather worsened
conditions in Missouri, Kentucky, Florida and North Dakota.
BRainfall Aids Pastures Across Plains
A new Livestock Risk Protection endorsement for breeding heifers is being
developed as USDA looks to help cattle producers manage the financial risk of
rebuilding the U.S. herd.
=^A New Safety Net for Heifers
