A room full of farmers rose to their feet for this 👏
Today, @FTC Andrew Ferguson announced a long-awaited investigation into fertilizer pricing practices and market concentration.
Read more here >>> https://t.co/IjJhy9ZWZ9
USMCA is critical to America’s corn farmers, and it’s up for renewal this July.
The impact is clear: USMCA supports demand for 1.8 billion bushels of U.S. corn, helping preserve key export markets while creating new opportunities for growth.
Learn why maintaining USMCA matters for farmers, rural communities and the agricultural economy: https://t.co/r6Ey2BJ9H7
We’ve all been asking the same question: why is fertilizer so expensive?
Persistent rising costs are driving our farmers out of business, and they’re raising your grocery bills, too. Together, farmers are working together to share their stories and take action. Watch to hear what they’re saying.
Read more here: https://t.co/CIN7ieuajJ
Farmers are fed up with the fertilizer industry's unchecked pricing power, and for good reason. This is an issue we've been working on for years, and this week marked an important step forward.
We're proud to join major farm organizations from 18 states at FED UP, a conversation with the Chair of the @FTC, to deliver a unified message: while fertilizer companies post record profits, farmers continue to face mounting financial pressures and farm closures.
It's time for greater transparency and accountability in the fertilizer industry. We appreciate the FTC for listening to farmers' concerns, and we're hopeful this conversation is the beginning of meaningful action to shine a light on pricing practices that have disadvantaged producers for far too long.
Read more: https://t.co/CIN7ietCub
In the latest corn leafhopper update, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension entomologist David Kerns says pressure remains fairly stable, with little movement beyond South Texas.
Some stressed fields are seeing 5–6 leafhoppers per plant, but aggressive treatment has helped keep infestations isolated. Most Central Texas corn has tasseled and is largely out of the susceptible stage.
Key takeaway for growers: keep scouting and watch for weather systems moving north from the south, especially if you have second-crop corn.
Listen to the full update: https://t.co/YInJP33UNQ
💭 @TexasFFA chapters… what would YOU do with $500?
Launch a new project?
Grow your leadership team?
Serve your community in a bigger way?
Our Texas Corn Producers FFA Grant Program is giving 5️⃣ chapters the chance to do just that. 🌽
Tell us your vision + apply now 👉🏻 https://t.co/BZI7YSF8fs
Enjoyed supporting the Texas Agriculture Council’s Ag Day and connecting with Texas legislators, staff and industry leaders in support of Texas agriculture. Great educational discussion on corn and corn co-products in beef rations as well.
🚨Final reminder: the application window for FourSure® is closing soon in areas across Texas.
Aflatoxin risk doesn’t wait, and neither should your plan to manage it. Now’s the time to get it in the field. Learn more: https://t.co/oHaEuW5lbH
🌽 Meet the 2026 TCPA Scholarship recipients. These students represent the next generation of leaders in agriculture, and we’re proud to be part of their story.
🎓 Avery Fohn | Harlingen, TX
🎓 Ashlynn Messer | Lubbock, TX
🎓 Kinley Shieldknight | Gruver, TX
🎓 Saige Sowa | Sugar Land, TX
🎓 Kotton West | Stephenville, TX
👏 We also congratulate James Steglich of Texas A&M University on being named a @NationalCorn scholarship recipient!
Read more: https://t.co/cHZGz9xbxC
PASSED: Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.
This Farm Bill was not written in the halls of Congress, but in the fields and rural communities across our great nation. Every provision is a direct reflection of what we learned during each of the more than 150 listening sessions the Agriculture Committee held.
The 2026 Farm Bill is a win for our farmers, ranchers, foresters, rural communities, and all Americans across our country.
Meet TCPA Vice President Chad Wetzel 🌽
Chad has been farming for 19 years and represents Region 3 in Grayson County. His leadership and passion for strengthening the industry help move Texas corn forward every day.
Get to know Chad a little better →
Learn more about what we do: https://t.co/NsJXqEFQtF
📣@usdaFSA announces a second SDRP payment for 2023 & 2024 disaster losses, raising the payment factor to 70%. Deadline for Stage 1 & Stage 2 applications extended to Aug. 12, 2026.
https://t.co/n2rMc4RB8X
Stress is part of the job, but that doesn’t make it easy. High input costs, policy uncertainty, and the day-to-day workload can weigh heavy on farmers and their families.
During National Stress Awareness Month, we want to remind you: you don’t have to carry it all alone. Check out these resources from @NationalCorn to help support you and your operation: https://t.co/K4FdQjgNPz
"Years of high fertilizer prices."
That's the outlook from USDA Deputy Sec. Stephen Vaden — pointing to limited competition and tight supply.
The fix? More transparency, more production.
Hat tip to @Tyne_Ag for the convo!
⬇️ https://t.co/0JKai5VSNY
Fertilizer. Seed. Chemicals. Equipment.
We've been sounding the alarm on input costs for months. Now, USDA is asking farmers directly what they're seeing on the ground — confidentially.
If costs are squeezing your operation, this is your moment to be heard: https://t.co/jXwOLvsw3y
https://t.co/18WXCS6j53
Stable markets matter...and so do the jobs they support.
USMCA helps keep trade flowing for farmers while supporting 28,700 Texas jobs tied to ag exports to Mexico and Canada.
Learn more from @FarmersForTrade: https://t.co/JBkJ2rSODm