August 22, 2026
Spotlight Stories
Spotlight 1 – Positive.News writes about an Italian farm that breaks all the rules in order to achieve surprising results. Ready the story, here.
Spotlight 2 – Yonkers Times says that agricultural equipment dealers are shaping the future of sustainable farming. Check it out, here.
Spotlight 3 – BNP Paribas details how sustainable farming can offer portfolio diversification and inflation protection. Take a read, here.
Industry Updates
Farmers are bracing for a more expensive harvest and 2027 growing season. Higher costs are expected in areas like machinery, rent, labor, taxes, interest rates, seed and fertilizer. [link]
A new OECD report argues that trees can become a powerful tool for agriculture. Smarter tree farming policies could help make farming more resilient, environmentally sustainable and economically diverse. [link]
Jordan’s Environment Protection Fund has approved financing for a package of environmental and development projects. The projects cover sustainable agriculture, nature reserve rehabilitation, water harvesting, recycling and green spaces as part of a broader push to expand investment in environmental sustainability and community development. [link]
Recycling America’s food waste could slash emissions. But the practice could also bury microplastics in the soil, according to new research. [link]
A new network is helping agroforestry practices branch out in Illinois. The initiative connects farmers and landowners interested in incorporating trees into their agricultural operations. [link]
The EU and Cambodia are forging new farming ties. The partnership comes amid a shared push for sustainability and expanded agricultural exports. [link]
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has launched the STREAM program, short for Systems for Tracking and Resilience in Efficient Agricultural-input Management. The initiative aims to develop breakthrough technologies that help farmers control weeds while protecting agricultural workers, consumers and the environment. [link]
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has awarded more than $1.6 million through its Nitrogen Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizer Discount program. The funding will expand the use of nitrogen-saving fertilizer technologies on farms across the state. [link]
A partnership between the University of South Florida St. Petersburg and the city has brought an industrial-sized composter to campus. The composter will process food waste and produce nutrient-rich compost for the community. [link]
New research from the FAIRR investor network, representing financial organizations worth $95 trillion, warns that major agrifood companies are underestimating water-related risks. The report estimates hidden water risks could create a $6.4 billion loss for agri-food giants. [link]
A new study led by the University of Hohenheim and the Jülich Research Center investigated the effects of Agri-PV and agroforestry systems on field crops. The research, published in the European Journal of Agronomy, found that plants tolerated partial shading better than expected. [link]
The USDA reported sharply contrasting agricultural weather across the United States. Intense heat and worsening dryness have stressed farms and livestock in the southern Plains and South, while flooding and renewed storms are affecting parts of the Corn Belt. [link]
Thirty-nine Indiana farmers were recognized for their contributions to conservation. The honors were presented during the 2026 Indiana State Fair for protecting soil and water resources. [link]
Documentary filmmaker Peter Byck will discuss his series “Roots So Deep” and present an abridged screening at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. The event on regenerative grazing is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 3 to 6 p.m. [link]
President Trump announced a plan to temporarily allow more foreign beef imports into the U.S. without paying higher tariffs. The move is his latest effort to ease a run-up in beef prices for American shoppers. [link]
In Case You Missed It…
Earlier this month, Tyson Foods lowered its profit outlook for the year due to soaring cattle prices, which it said continue to weigh on the company’s bottom line. See more, here.