United States Department of Agriculture

USDA Proposes New Policy to Combat Salmonella in Poultry

The USDA is proposing a new policy to reduce Salmonella contamination in raw poultry products, enhancing food safety for American consumers. This initiative, announced on July 29, 2024, aims to implement stricter testing and monitoring standards, ensuring poultry is produced safely. As part of a broader effort to tackle foodborne illnesses, the USDA emphasizes collaboration with industry stakeholders and consumer education on safe handling practices.

USDA Reports 1% Increase in Cattle on Feed, Insights for Market Stakeholders

The USDA’s latest cattle on feed report reveals 11.3 million head of cattle in feedlots as of July 1, a 1% increase from last year. This vital data aids livestock producers and agricultural stakeholders in understanding market dynamics, feed costs, and export opportunities. Stay informed on agricultural trends with live demos showcasing market analysis tools and insights.

USDA Launches Financial Assistance Program for Dairy Farmers Affected by H5N1 Avian Flu

The USDA has launched a new financial assistance program to compensate dairy farmers for losses related to H5N1 avian flu in milk production. Eligible producers can apply starting July 1 through the updated Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-raised Fish Program (ELAP). This initiative aims to support dairy farmers facing financial challenges due to confirmed H5N1 cases in their herds, highlighting the USDA’s commitment to helping producers during unexpected outbreaks like H5N1.

USDA Revises 2023/24 US Wheat Ending Stocks Estimate

The USDA has revised its 2023/24 US wheat ending stocks estimate and left the output forecast unchanged. Stay informed about market news, price data, forecasts, and analysis with a live demo to explore various capabilities including full coverage of the wheat, corn, soy, and barley markets, daily spot and forward prices, tender dashboard, export trade dashboard, crop forecast table, and a fully searchable news archive.

Russian Hacking Group Gains Unauthorized Access to Microsoft Executives’ Emails

A Russian hacking group has reportedly gained unauthorized access to the emails of Microsoft executives, the company has confirmed. This breach has raised concerns about the security of sensitive information and the potential impact on the tech giant’s operations. The…

Top 5 Things DTN Newsroom is Tracking for the Week of Jan. 7

Here are the Top 5 things the DTN Newsroom is tracking for the week of Jan. 7. Watch for coverage of these and other topics through the week on our subscription platforms as well as on www.DTNPF.com. All times listed…