A once-in-a-generation economic crisis in rural America means this year could be the last one for many farmers as Trump-Xi call offers no relief

A survey from the National Corn Growers Association showed that 46% believe the U.S. is on the brink of a farm crisis, and another 33% said maybe.
Agri-Pulse

USDA's Rural Development called critical for communities

USDA’s Rural Development mission area needs enough staff at the local level to help producers take advantage of the array of ...
Civil Eats

Rural Development Experts Warn Against USDA Cuts at Local Offices

A group representing Farm Service Agency county committees said local offices are already critically understaffed.
dailyyonder.com

The Women and Stress Behind Rural Farming in America

This story was originally published by UGA Today. If you’re like most Americans, you probably don’t give too much thought to where your food comes from. And you likely pay even less attention to the ...

Mike Sexton appointed as Iowa Rural Development director

Rep. Mike Sexton, R-Rockwell City, will leave his position in the state Legislature to head Iowa’s Rural Development office ...

Rural Life Mass to celebrate faith and farming in Marshall County

The Archdiocese of Dubuque will host its second annual Rural Life Mass on Thursday, Sept. 18, honoring the people who live ...
Southeast Missourian

Suicide rates higher in rural areas, including Missouri: A deep dive into the issues

Suicide rates in rural Missouri are rising faster than in urban areas, driven by limited mental health care, stigma and ...
Messenger-Inquirer

Kentucky Farm Bureau launches rebranded podcast: ‘Let’s Get Rural’

Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) is proud to announce the launch of its rebranded podcast, “Let’s Get Rural.” The podcast, co-hosted by KFB’s Renee Carrico and Matt Hilton, offers a dynamic ...