USDA Weekly Crop Progress Report
Monday, July 27, 2026 3:47PM CDT
Corn was rated 63% in good-to-excellent condition, and soybeans were rated 63% in good-to-excellent condition as of Sunday, July 26. Winter wheat harvest reached 81% complete.
How TEPAP Trains the Modern Farmer
Monday, July 27, 2026 2:45PM CDT
With the current struggles facing farmers, financial literacy becomes more important. Fewer programs, however, offer tools to help farmers make better financial decisions. The Executive Program for Agricultural Producers (TEPAP), which is held at the beginning of the year in San Antonio, has opened registration for the 2027 TEPAP class.
Top 5 Things to Watch
Sunday, July 26, 2026 4:58AM CDT
Most market watchers expect the Fed to stand pat on interest rates, following its July 28-29 meeting. The Senate is also taking up many pieces of legislation ahead of its looming summer recess.
USDA Eyes Aug. 24 Cattle Port Reopening
Friday, July 24, 2026 10:52PM CDT
USDA on Friday announced that the Douglas, Arizona, port will reopen Aug. 24 to Mexican cattle imports if Mexico follows its Joint Action Plan. Ports have been closed since May 2025 due to New World screwworm.