Listen "April 18, 2025: USDA Budget Cuts, Ag Policy Updates and Soybean Innovation"
Episode Synopsis
Covering the latest in agriculture, this week’s episode shares what you need to know in agriculture policy and a look into the future innovations in soybean seed development. Agriculture news this week includes updates from the USDA, which plans to cut funding across various programs and widespread office closures with a potential to close its Washington D.C. headquarters. Additionally, the USDA has officially canceled the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities program, replacing it with a new initiative called Advancing Markets for Producers. The episode also highlights other ag policy developments, new economic outlook reports for the ag sector and the latest updates on tariffs affecting the industry.This week’s interview takes a closer look at the science behind Bayer Crop Science’s latest innovations. At this year’s Commodity Classic, the company unveiled the name and future plans for its fourth-generation herbicide-tolerant soybean trait, which offers resistance to five herbicides. Joining the Ag New Daily Podcast to discuss what this means for soybean growers in the near future are Kacy Perry, North American Soybean Business Lead, and Frank Rittemann, North American Soybean Project Manager and Launch Lead.Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!
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