Justin Rose sets a new record previously held by Tiger Woods at the Farmers Insurance Open.
Justin Rose Dominates at Torrey Pines SAN DIEGO — On Sunday, Justin Rose claimed a decisive victory at Torrey Pines, and it turned out his most significant competition was actually Tiger Woods—though he managed to win that face-off as well. Rose’s performance was outstanding, as he shot a 2-under 70, finishing seven strokes ahead of […]
Farmers face significantly higher health insurance costs.
Last year was a tough one for farmers. With prices for major crops like corn and soybeans dropping and costs for essentials such as fertilizer and seeds on the rise, things have been challenging. Many farms ended up not making a profit. Now, the enhanced subsidies from the Affordable Care Act, which a lot of […]
Farmers’ Almanac saved from disappearing, preserving a 200-year tradition: ‘It felt wrong’
Family-Owned Company Revives Historic Publication A family-owned winter sports company is stepping in to preserve an essential element of American culture. The Maine-based publication, which has been offering weather forecasts and gardening tips for nearly 210 years, seemingly published its final edition in November. In a heartfelt farewell on its website, the company announced that […]
Al Gore Proposes Paying Farmers to Reduce Food Production to Combat Climate Change
Gore Advocates for Regenerative Agriculture at WEF During a debate at the World Economic Forum (WEF) on Wednesday, former Vice President Al Gore emphasized the need for government policies to support “regenerative agriculture.” The WEF is currently taking place in Davos, Switzerland, featuring discussions and speeches from global leaders, philanthropists, business executives, and celebrities. Gore’s […]
EU Finalizes Trade Agreement with South America Amidst Resistance from French Farmers
EU and Mercosur Sign Landmark Free Trade Agreement ASUNCION, Paraguay – The European Union and the Mercosur bloc of South American nations have officially signed a significant free trade agreement, concluding over 25 years of challenging negotiations. This deal aims to bolster trade connections amidst a backdrop of rising protectionism and global trade tensions. The […]
Farmers Block Highway in Paris in Protest of EU Trade Agreement with South America
French farmers took to the streets in tractors, creating a blockade around the parliament in Paris to voice their objections to the Mercosur trade agreement involving the European Union and several South American nations. On Tuesday morning, approximately 350 tractors arrived in Paris, urging the government to take decisive action regarding the upcoming Mercosur trade […]
Farmers Surpass Police in Paris
Some leaders from a farmers’ union opposed to a significant European Union free trade agreement, seen as a potential threat to the continent’s agriculture, were arrested as their tractors moved past police barricades into central Paris. Farmers throughout Europe are protesting against the Mercosur agreement, which is set for a vote by the EU on […]
Farmers will soon face significantly higher health insurance costs.
Prairie Star Farm in Allamakee County, Iowa, hosts 180 dairy cows. Owners Meghan and John Palmer point to rising medical expenses as a growing burden on farmers, including themselves. It’s been a challenging year for many farmers. There have been falling prices for cash crops like corn and soybeans, along with increased costs for essentials […]
Trump Administration Offers Timely Support to American Farmers
Trump Administration’s Tariff Policies Aim for Long-Term Gains The Trump administration has been clear: while its approach to tariffs may cause immediate problems for Americans, it believes the long-term benefits will outweigh these issues. Still, it doesn’t plan to let only workers and farmers bear the brunt of these challenges. On December 8, President Donald […]
Will Inaction by Congress Make Farmers Decide Between Health Insurance and Their Farm Budget?
Concerns Over Rising Health Insurance Costs for U.S. Farmers The health insurance premiums for many American farmers could see a significant hike in 2026, following the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies provided under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare. KFF, a nonpartisan health policy organization, warns that this increase could affect thousands […]