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USDA announces ASCF payment rates and enrollment dates for specialty crop farmers. Applications open June 1.

USDA unveils Great American Cotton Plan to support cotton farmers, boost textile demand and expand trade opportunities.

USDA opens new Kerrville lab to study cattle pests, including flies and ticks, advancing research on livestock protection and insect control.

USDA designates 17 Pennsylvania counties for emergency farm loans after April 2026 freeze damage.

DIECI makes its telematics system standard on compatible machines with a 36-month subscription included.

USDA APHIS announces $12 million in funding to support chronic wasting disease research, prevention and management efforts.

USDA revoked 10 lenders from the OneRD Guaranteed Lending Program over delinquent loans and compliance concerns.

This month’s agriculture news covers grazing policy changes, USDA initiatives, and AgTech testing updates impacting producers.