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A new Farm Journal survey finds farmers increasingly concerned about rising fuel and fertilizer costs, trade uncertainty, and the future of rural communities.

Proposed federal budget cuts and tariffs could impact farmers, rural services, and agricultural research, while concerns grow over threats to bald eagle populations.

Farmers and economists question recent USDA corn estimates as fertilizer prices and global tensions add new uncertainty to the 2026 outlook.

New trade and regulatory moves could shape cattle markets and farm equipment repairs.

New World screwworm and Asian longhorned ticks threaten livestock as the Southwest faces megadrought, low snowpack, and declining Colorado River water levels.

Colorado may restrict SNAP purchases of sugary drinks starting April 30, 2026, a public health move critics say limits personal choice.

Farm News & Views examines USDA staffing losses, rising production costs, global market shifts, and trade challenges shaping agriculture in 2026.

This week on Farm News & Views, Bob Bragg looks at the rapid rise of agricultural drones and the impact of a new federal ban on foreign-made models, examines a UN report showing a slowdown in global food production, and closes with a reflective story about perspective, compassion, and the lessons we learn along the way.

The Trump administration has announced a $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers to offset tariff-related losses, but some farm-state lawmakers and specialty crop producers say more help may be needed.

Federal farm aid is expanding as USDA distributes emergency payments, announces a new $12 billion bridge program, and moves to prevent a screwworm fly invasion that could threaten U.S. livestock.