Industry News | 07-13-2026

Precision Ag’s Changing Landscape: What’s Rising, What’s Falling in 2026
While newer smart technologies are gaining market traction, older ones seems to be falling out of favor with users. This was a major finding of the 2026 CropLife® Magazine/Purdue University Precision Ag Adoption Survey.
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USDA Launches $500M SPUR Program to Help Independent Beef Processors
USDA announced $500 million in temporary assistance for small- and mid-sized beef processors through the Strengthening Processing for U.S. Ranchers (SPUR) program.
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Fuel Efficiency is Driving Equipment Decisions for Many Farmers
As farm profitability remains under pressure in 2026, fuel has become more than just another line item on the balance sheet. For many producers, it’s now a cost worth measuring, managing, and reducing wherever possible.
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Northern Corn Leaf Blight Appears as Corn Reaches Critical Growth Stage
Northern corn leaf blight is appearing in Midwest cornfields during a critical growth stage when yield losses could reach 30%.
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Planting the Future: Mizzou Researchers Put AI to Work on the Farm
Farmers are getting more tools in their toolbox, thanks to new research from the University of Missouri that shows how they can tweak planting practices to make the most of every acre.
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