Morning Ag Clips

This week brought a flurry of headlines for America’s ag community, and not all of them were sweet. Federal food aid came to a halt, courtrooms debated SNAP funding, and trade talks with China reignited old discussions on soybeans and rare earths. Yet, amidst policy debates and economic uncertainty, stories of innovation, safety, and even a bit of spooky seasonal history remind us of agriculture’s resilience. Here’s your wrap-up of the top ag stories making waves this week. #snap #agriculture #farming #farm #trump #agpolicy #halloween

Brains, spiders, (were)wolves and slimy eyeballs — a collection of creepy research topics that Dr. Frankenstein would appreciate! Read on: https://hubs.la/Q03QPRpG0 #halloween #spookystories #science

Happy Halloween Everyone! #halloween #happyhalloween #halloweenjokes #pumpkin

Yet, despite the price tag, 51% said Halloween is one of their favorite holidays, and nearly six in 10 (57%) said the memories they make with friends and family on Oct. 31 are priceless. Read on: https://hubs.la/Q03QsYb10 #halloween #candy #halloween2025

“It’s like a small miracle, what you see here,” says María Guerra Martín, a 24-year-old farmer from Tinajo, a municipality in the central-western part of Lanzarote “This soil looks completely barren, yet it supports our crops beautifully.” Read on: https://hubs.la/Q03Qsq0X0 #funfacts #volcano #farming

Light-to-moderate alcohol consumption is associated with increases in blood pressure (BP) and stopping drinking – even drinking less – may lead to clinically meaningful BP reductions. Read on: https://hubs.la/Q03PXQtw0 #alcohol #breakingnews #news #health

How this golden grain became one of America’s most versatile and valuable resources, shaping not only our farms but also our economy, our environment, and even our daily lives. Read on: https://hubs.la/Q03PXz-D0 #corn #farming #farm #agriculture #corngrowers

From the White House to the world’s farm fields, this week brought major headlines across agriculture. Former President Donald Trump floated the idea of importing Argentinian beef to ease U.S. prices, while the USDA announced the reopening of 2,100 county offices to support farmers amid ongoing economic strain. Meanwhile, global trade tensions deepened as China halted U.S. soybean imports, forest data revealed a slowdown in deforestation, and officials rolled out new plans to stabilize America’s cattle industry. With consumer demand, policy shifts, and climate challenges all reshaping the ag landscape, here’s a look at the stories driving the conversation in farm and food policy this week. #agriculture #farm #beefprices #trump #trumpsamerica #farming #cattle #beef

Husking bees, also called “cornshuckings” or “husking parties,” were an annual event for many farmers that involved area farmers gathering to help a particular farm husk its corn crop. Read on: https://hubs.la/Q03PM1VV0 #farming #funhistory #funfacts #farm #corn

One of the biggest forces behind the mocktail surge is health. The sober curious movement has gained momentum as more people reconsider their relationship with alcohol for reasons of clarity, balance and long-term wellness. Read on: https://hubs.la/Q03PwNbY0 #mocktail #foodie