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National Edition · August 29, 2026
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Action Deadlines
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Federal Crop Insurance — Fall Crops
Deadline: Varies by county — Sep 30 for winter wheat in many areas. Sales closing date for winter wheat and other fall-planted crops. RMA sets the date per county and crop — confirm yours with a crop insurance agent.
If you plant winter wheat or other fall crops, you may qualify for federal crop insurance through this enrollment window. The exact deadline depends on your county and crop type, so agent verification is essential. Confirm your county's deadline with your crop insurance agent.
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Agriculture News
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H-2A wage ruling could deal crushing blow to PNW farmers
Capital Press
H-2A wage recalculation could hit PNW farmers hard—check what your seasonal labor costs may jump to before next hiring season. Cattle markets finished weak on profit-taking and thin volume, so don't expect prices to recover quick. Grain futures staying firm on heat forecasts may offer a window if you're selling. |
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Auctions
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Four major livestock auctions across IL, KY, KS, and TX on Aug 29 may offer wider price comparison than usual—check Coatsburg and Fort Scott first, as Midwest markets typically set the week's tone. Worth scouting all four if you're moving cattle or hogs; regional spreads can run 2-4% depending on grade and weight. |
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Market Prices
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Livestock as of 08/28/2026 (latest USDA data)
| USDA CATTLE (/ CWT) |
$257.44 |
| CORN (/ BU) |
$4.10 ↓4.4% YoY |
| SOYBEANS (/ BU) |
$10.30 ↑3.0% YoY |
| WHEAT (/ BU) |
$5.07 ↓8.2% YoY |
| HAY (/ TON) |
$131.00 ↓9.0% YoY |
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Grants & Funding
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$3 million available Sep 8 for wetland mitigation banks — NRCS is funding development costs if you're an ag producer with wetland challenges. Worth checking if you've got acreage constraints or regulatory headaches on your ground. |
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Recent USDA Awards
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$37 million went to Buncombe County for watershed work—largest single award this cycle. Wildfire defense grants ($28.7M to Washington State) and flood prevention programs are moving money now. Check if your county's applying for these infrastructure funds before deadlines close. |
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Subsidy Payments
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$34.7 billion in farm subsidies flowed nationwide last year, with top payments concentrated in corn and soybean counties across the Midwest and Great Plains. Your county's share may vary significantly—worth checking your FSA records to see if you're capturing what's available and how your operation stacks against regional averages. |
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Drought Status
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37% of contiguous U.S. now in drought—worst conditions since 2012. Matters because it reshapes LFP and crop insurance payouts by region; check your county's classification now before adjusters move in. |
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