Into the Weeds on Pesticide Regulations
Friday, March 13, 2026 4:59AM CDT
In an interview with DTN, CropLife America President and CEO Alex Dunn said the industry's top concern is the increasing amount of time it takes for EPA to approve new pesticide products and label changes. She also talked about trying to work with members of the MAHA movement, which is focused on reducing pesticide use.
Rail Merger Would Hurt Ag Shippers
Thursday, March 12, 2026 7:37AM CDT
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) released an analysis concluding the proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern would leave farmers exposed to pricing and service decisions they cannot control. AFBF came out formally opposed to the giant railway merger.
Searching for Profitable Ag Markets
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 12:57PM CDT
Farmers highlighted E15, local food purchasing and tax credits for cotton at a U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee hearing focusing on how to boost domestic markets. Senators said they recognize the financial straits facing farmers due to input prices that continue to rise because of the war in the Middle East.
DTN Retail Fertilizer Trends
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 8:36AM CDT
Despite the U.S. and Israel-Iran conflict, retail fertilizer prices are varied -- for now. Five of the eight major fertilizers were higher compared to last month while the remaining three were a bit less expensive. Only one nutrient, urea, was higher by a considerable amount, which DTN designates as anything 5% or more.
