Indiana State

John Jamerson knows the value of farming land. He is one of the last remaining family members that lives on Lyles Station, the last Black farming settlement in Indiana. As Black farm land — and landowners — evaporate nationwide, Jamerson said maintaining his family’s farm, Legacy Taste of the Garden, is their way of building and continuing a legacy that has spanned nearly five generations.

The USDA Is Finally Paying Back Black Farmers. Some Say It’s Not Enough.

POLITICO

Questions about USDA’s response remain as food aid shortages are still hitting tribal populations and low-income seniors across the country.

USDA chief admits ‘mistakes’ as food shortages hit tribal populations, low-income seniors

As corn growers start planning for the 2025 season, they will have access to new product innovations from Corteva Agriscience and Pioneer for broad-acre use. One of Pioneer’s newest innovations is its Vorceed Enlist corn, reports Brandon Walter, U.S. corn marketing lead for the company. Vorceed Enlist corn combines...

New Corn Trait, Herbicide Technology Slated for Broad-Acre Use in 2025

Alabama State

The Independent

 The Biden administration has doled out more than $2 billion in direct payments for Black and other minority farmers discriminated against by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the president announced Wednesday.More than 23,000 farmers were approved for payments ranging from $10,000 to $500,000, according to the USDA. Another 20,000 who planned to start a farm but did not receive a USDA loan received between $3,500 and $6,000. Most payments went to farmers in Mississippi and Alabama. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack told reporters that the aid “is not compensation for anyone’s loss or the pain endured, but it is an...

Black and other minority farmers are getting $2 billion from USDA after years of discrimination

Wisconsin State

Budget constraints have caused the USDA to limit the number of reports it releases. Among these reports is the July cattle inventory report. However, there is enough historical context from which some conclusions may be drawn. Jason Franken from Western Illinois University has done the work in modeling these relationships.

Cattle Inventory Projections are Lower for 2025

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The USDA announced changes to the Farm Service Agency’s Farm Loan Programs that take effect on September 25, 2024. The changes are intended to increase opportunities for farmers and ranchers to be financially viable. These improvements are part of the Enhancing Program Access and Delivery for Farm Loans rule.

USDA Updates Farm Loan Programs

Snopes

"Take note of the following birth dates," Laura Loomer posted.

Fact Check: Harris' Mom Lied on Immigration Form So She's Ineligible To Be President?

Pennsylvania State

Wilkes-barre, PA

Straight Arrow News SANcom

At a recent rally in Pennsylvania, supporters left before Trump finished his speech and they expressed frustration with his message.

Trump supporters walk out on MAGA rally before it ends

Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been 33 years since actress Nancy Kulp died of cancer in 1991 at 69. Best known as Miss Jane Hathaway on TV's classic country comedy, The Beverly Hillbillies(CBS, 1962-1971, Kulp was a trailblazing political advocate. She was a Democratic nominee for the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania’s 9th congressional district. She later worked as an artist-in-residence at Juniata College and taught acting. And she was also gay. Long divorced, she came out of the closet at the age of 67 and acknowledged she was a lesbian. This is her story.

The Secret Gay Life of Nancy Kulp ('The Beverly Hillbillies'): 33 Years After Her Tragic Death

Alaska State

The US Sun

LUDACRIS has sparked concern by drinking glacier water in Alaska. Fans immediately warned the Atlanta-based rapper about the potential hazards of consuming the unfiltered water, including bacteria, parasites, and viruses. On Monday, Ludacris, whose real name is Christopher Bridges, shared a video of himself sampling glacier water in Alaska on Instagram. It seemed that he […]

Ludacris sparks concern by drinking glacier water in Alaska as fans warn him about dangerous ‘bacteria and viruses’

Mediaite

Dr. Phil McGraw stunningly asked Trump if he thinks President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were "okay" with him getting shot.
The post Dr. Phil Asks Trump Stunning Question: Were Kamala Harris And Biden ‘Okay’ With You Getting Shot? first appeared on Mediaite.

Dr. Phil Asks Trump Stunning Question: Were Kamala Harris And Biden ‘Okay’ With You Getting Shot?

South Carolina State

Greenwood, SC

New York Post

Susan Smith, in prison for the 1994 murder of her two young sons, has a parole hearing in early November — but if her former husband has anything to do with it, she’ll remain in prison.

The killer mom has reached out to her ex, David Smith, asking him not to oppose her bid for freedom. But a family member tells The Post that Smith will “100% oppose” her release from prison. 

“He has every right to stand in her way, and that’s exactly what he’s about to do,” says the Smith relative. “She killed his kids, caused him a lifetime...

Killer mom Susan Smith begging father of kids she drowned not to oppose her parole this year

Corn futures started falling out of the overnight gates on Sunday night and continued that trend through the rest of the day. Contracts were down 4 to 6 cents at the close. Monday afternoon’s Crop Progress report indicated 84% of the US corn crop was in the dough stage as of August 25, 1% above normal. There was 46% of the crop dented, with 11% dented, both respectively 4% and 5% ahead of the 5-year average pace. Crop ratings were down 2% to 65% in the good to excellent categories, which dropped the Brugler500 by 5 points to 363, the lowest it has been so far this growing season.

Corn Closes Weaker on Monday, Crop Ratings Fall

Trump told Fox News host Lawrence Jones that he would love to get his hair cut at a Black barbershop, expressing confidence in the likely result.
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Trump Says He Wants To Get His Hair Cut At Black Barbershop: ‘They Can Make My Hair Look Better’

MILLIONS of dollars in settlement money are up for grabs thanks to a 2020 data breach. A healthcare company is dishing out payments of up to $11,500 to eligible Americans, and just a receipt is required. MCG Health is a healthcare information services company that specializes in software solutions. The company was sued over a data […]

Americans can still claim one-time payment worth $11.5k from $8.8m data breach settlement – a receipt is all you need

 Dairy giant Arla has warned that the price of milk will rise later this year.The warning to UK shoppers comes as the Cravendale maker said “uncertainty” across the market has resulted in lower availability of milk globally.The co-operative, which supports thousands of farmers across the UK, said it expects current volatile market conditions to continue into the second half of its financial year.However, it said consumer spending was strong in the face of pressure on budgets in 2024 so far.“The positive trend on consumer purchasing power from the first half of 2024 should prolong into the second half, especially...

The price of milk will increase later this year, dairy giant warns

Walla Walla, WA

Robert McKinney, a first-generation farmer in Washington state, needed an efficient way to scout noxious weeds while avoiding crop damage. “My son Bret and I began brainstorming on building a crop scout buggy to achieve this goal,” McKinney says. “With our new crop scout, we get less crop damage and the bonus of less legwork.”

Build your own crop-saving inspection vehicle

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With the current planetary alignment, some zodiac signs may receive immense financial blessings from the universe today. As the Moon travels through Gemini, some individuals will experience a new wave of blessings in their finances. Embrace this current planetary energy and watch things work out in your favor. This article provides the best financial predictions and guidance for three zodiac signs. Keep scrolling to find out the lucky signs marked for financial luck and abundance today.

3 Lucky Zodiac Signs With Financial Abundance | August 28, 2024

On Monday the USDA released the 22nd Crop Progress report of the 2024 growing season. As of Aug. 25, 84% of the 2024 corn crop in the top 18 corn-growing states had reached the dough growth stage. This was up from 74% the week prior and just ahead of the five-year average 83%.

Corn in good/excellent condition tumbles another 2%

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USDA announces $35 million in domestic fertilizer funding

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Wednesday $35 million in partner projects with American business owners as part of the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP). Seven...

USDA announces $35 million in domestic fertilizer funding

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