The October World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report (WASDE) showed the 2024-25 U.S. corn outlook is for smaller supplies, larger exports and reduced ending stocks. Projected beginning stocks for 2024-25 are 52 million bushels lower based on the Grain Stocks report.

Farmers and ranchers across the country are expressing frustration – but very little surprise – at Congress’ continued inability to make any progress on a new farm bill. The omnibus legislation, which historically has received strong bipartisan support, expired on Sept. 30 after receiving a one-year extension in 2023.

The September Feed Outlook report shows the 2024-25 U.S. coarse grains supply is relatively unchanged. This month’s outlook is for marginally higher supplies and slightly tighter stocks.

The September World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report (WASDE) showed the U.S. corn outlook has smaller supplies and a modest decline in ending stocks. Projected beginning stocks for 2024-25 are 55 million bushels lower based on increases in exports and corn used for ethanol for 2023-24.

Grazing conditions are always a hot topic for producers throughout the year, and growing conditions vary year to year and across the country. Progressive Cattle asked readers, "How are grass conditions in your area looking for the rest of the grazing season?”

Nearly 50 head of cattle and a moose have died from anthrax in Carbon County, Wyoming. The deadly bacterial disease was last reported in Wyoming wildlife in 1956 and cattle in the 1970s.