https://www.ruralradio143.com/business Business & Markets en-US Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/farmtech-gene-editing-gains-ground-as-europe-eases-rules-for-new-crop-traits Gene editing and precision-bred crops are gaining momentum in Europe as regulatory changes create new opportunities for agricultural innovation. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/farmtech-gene-editing-gains-ground-as-europe-eases-rules-for-new-crop-traits https://www.rfdtv.com/louisiana-soybeans-outperform-expectations-after-dry-summer Soybean yields are running above average despite dry conditions since mid-July. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:25:42 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/louisiana-soybeans-outperform-expectations-after-dry-summer https://www.rfdtv.com/lower-oil-prices-offer-hope-for-fuel-cost-relief GasBuddy says seasonal trends and potential U.S.-Iran talks could influence fuel prices. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/lower-oil-prices-offer-hope-for-fuel-cost-relief https://www.rfdtv.com/data-center-growth-puts-new-pressure-on-rural-power-and-water Data center growth is increasing demand for power and water, raising questions about utilities, on-site generation, and impacts on rural communities. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:38:21 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/data-center-growth-puts-new-pressure-on-rural-power-and-water https://www.rfdtv.com/u-s-beef-shortage-boosts-new-zealand-export-demand The United States accounted for nearly 39% of New Zealand beef exports through July. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/u-s-beef-shortage-boosts-new-zealand-export-demand https://www.rfdtv.com/trump-xi-meeting-puts-u-s-soybean-and-sorghum-trade-in-focus U.S. ag groups are watching Trump-Xi talks closely as China trade, soybean purchases, and sorghum tariffs take center stage. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:40:27 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/trump-xi-meeting-puts-u-s-soybean-and-sorghum-trade-in-focus https://www.rfdtv.com/canada-livestock-outlook-splits-beef-and-pork-trends USDA expects Canadian beef production and exports to grow as pork exports soften. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/canada-livestock-outlook-splits-beef-and-pork-trends https://www.rfdtv.com/fashion-cost-pressures-could-reshape-cotton-sustainability-demands Higher operating costs are putting pressure on sustainability commitments across the fashion industry. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/fashion-cost-pressures-could-reshape-cotton-sustainability-demands https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-targets-small-meat-processing-capacity-shortages-nationwide USDA says limited processing capacity can force some ranchers to haul cattle long distances. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-targets-small-meat-processing-capacity-shortages-nationwide https://www.rfdtv.com/del-rio-reopens-key-route-for-livestock-exports Horse exports through the Del Rio facility may resume while New World screwworm safeguards remain in place. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/del-rio-reopens-key-route-for-livestock-exports https://www.rfdtv.com/northern-illinois-farmland-values-hold-strong-as-fall-sales-ramp-up Northern Illinois farmland values remain strong as cash rents stabilize and fewer transactions help support land prices. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:32:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/northern-illinois-farmland-values-hold-strong-as-fall-sales-ramp-up https://www.rfdtv.com/massive-deal-to-buy-belarusian-potash-further-complicates-u-s-canada-trade-talks RealAg Radio's Lyndsey Smith explains why President Trump’s proposed “massive deal” to buy lower-cost Belarusian potash adds another layer to ongoing U.S.-Canada trade talks and fertilizer markets. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:29:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/massive-deal-to-buy-belarusian-potash-further-complicates-u-s-canada-trade-talks https://www.rfdtv.com/washington-wheat-growers-warn-rising-costs-and-7-71-break-even-are-pushing-operations-to-the-brink Washington wheat farmers face rising labor, fuel, and other costs, with growers reporting a current break-even price of $7.71 per bushel. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:01:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/washington-wheat-growers-warn-rising-costs-and-7-71-break-even-are-pushing-operations-to-the-brink https://www.rfdtv.com/historic-lows-in-u-s-cattle-herd-raise-concerns-in-south-texas U.S. cattle supplies remain historically tight as concerns over beef affordability continue. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/historic-lows-in-u-s-cattle-herd-raise-concerns-in-south-texas https://www.rfdtv.com/new-soybean-crush-plant-headed-to-wisconsin The CHS facility is expected to produce soybean oil and meal beginning in 2028. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:23:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/new-soybean-crush-plant-headed-to-wisconsin https://www.rfdtv.com/california-e15-law-opens-new-market-for-ethanol The new law removes another barrier to E15 sales in the nation’s largest gasoline market. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/california-e15-law-opens-new-market-for-ethanol https://www.rfdtv.com/record-diesel-prices-raise-harvest-transportation-costs-again Record diesel prices are adding to harvest and grain transportation costs. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/record-diesel-prices-raise-harvest-transportation-costs-again