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A Florida woman is suing Keely Farms Dairy in New Smyrna Beach after she says raw milk from the facility sickened her toddler and led to the loss of her unborn child. Court records show that the case was filed in the 18th Judicial Circuit Court in Seminole County, Florida, on August 14, 2025, under Case No. 2025CA001856. The lawsuit was brought by Rachel Maddox, both individually and as the parent and legal guardian of her minor child, identified only as L.U. The defendants named in the case are Keely Farms Dairy LLC and Natures Natural Foods LLC, which operates…

By Jason Franken and Joe Janzen Last week, the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released new 2025 planted acreage estimates for major crops in its monthly Crop Production report. USDA’s WASDE (World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates) report, released the same day, generally uses the most recent acreage estimates produced by NASS to forecast crop supply for the coming marketing year. For the second time, NASS used August data on crop acreage enrolled in farm programs from the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) to update its planted acreage estimates for corn and soybeans. In previous years, NASS only updated acreage…

Ahead of 9 a.m. CT, December corn was down 2¾¢ at $4.03¾ per bushel. November soybeans were down 4¾¢ at $10.36½ per bushel. This morning, USDA announced Mexico is buying 228,606 metric tons of soybeans for the 2025/2026 marketing year. December CBOT wheat was down 3¼¢ at $5.21¾ per bushel. December KC wheat was down 5½¢ at $5.22¾ per bushel. December Minneapolis wheat was down less than a penny at $5.85¾. “With fresh news scarce and all eyes on the Pro Farmer Crop Tour, reports of southern rust, tip-back, and tar spot continue to circulate,” said Cole Raisbeck, commodities broker…

By Julie Ingwersen GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska, Aug. 18 (Reuters) – The production potential of Ohio’s corn crop is the highest in at least 22 years, scouts on the annual Pro Farmer tour of top U.S. producing states found on Monday, but dry conditions could limit yields by the time the autumn harvest rolls around. Meanwhile, corn yield potential in South Dakota is the highest since 2020, with plenty of moisture to aid crop development, tour scouts said. Grain traders are watching to see whether the four-day crop tour, which began Monday and crosses seven top U.S. corn and soybean states, will support the U.S.…

When it comes to the intersection of illegal immigration and agriculture, uncertainty has abounded under the second Trump administration.  From targeted crackdowns on migrants with criminal backgrounds, to surprise raids on the ag sector, to course reversals from the administration, seemingly constant shifts have made it hard to know what’s coming next or how to prepare. Below is a timeline of the situation and coverage from Successful Farming. Editor’s note: Timeline dates reflect the dates events took place and may not align with Successful Farming’s “published on” dates of related coverage.  January Jan. 20, 2025 If it wasn’t evident during…

Steve Hopkins is a sixth-generation farmer in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia. He has expanded and diversified Riverview Farms — named for the South End River that runs through the property — to allow his two sons to join the operation full time. Watch Our Interview Meet Steve Hopkins Throughout his 29-year career as an Extension agent, Steve Hopkins nominated two farmers who were named Virginia’s Farmer of the Year by the Sunbelt Agricultural Exposition. This year, he was the winner. “I never thought I would be nominated. It probably means a little bit more…

Producing almost 10% more horsepower than the Steiger 715 Quadtrac, the new Steiger 785 Quadtrac is the latest addition to the Case IH tractor lineup.  The newest Steiger offers 853 peak hp and 40% torque rise, allowing farmers to pull the same implements faster or larger implements without a reduction in speed. Farmers can access subscription-free, integrated precision technology that delivers automation-driven features, such as AccuTurn Pro and AccuSync, along with data through FieldOps that helps meet the unique needs of their operation. “We understand the demands of farming are only increasing. The Steiger 785 Quadtrac is a workhorse designed…

Can-Am has announced its next-generation off-road lineup for 2026, introducing a wave of innovation across utility and recreational vehicles. From a fully electric ATV to an overhauled Defender workhorse, the new models are designed to push performance, durability, and rider experience to new heights. “Innovation is at the core of Can-Am’s DNA,” said Julie Tourville, Director of Global Marketing, Can-Am Off-Road. “From the first full-size production electric ATV to the next generation Defender, we’re pushing the limits to give our riders more performance, comfort, and reliability than ever before.” The all-new Defender HD11 Trusted by farmers, ranchers, and outdoor adventurers,…

Farm equipment giant John Deere has confirmed that it will lay off 238 employees across three manufacturing facilities in Illinois and Iowa, citing decreased demand and lower order volumes for its machinery. The announcement follows the company’s third-quarter earnings release, which showed significant sales declines in its core farm and precision agriculture division. Deere said the downturn in the ag economy, marked by high input costs, lower commodity prices, and cautious capital spending by farmers, is weighing heavily on equipment orders. The reductions will affect employees at three key plants: Harvester Works (East Moline, Ill.): 115 workers, last day August…

Massey Ferguson has updated its 5M Series tractor, designed to be a high-hour, multitasking workhorse. “From a versatility standpoint, the Massey Ferguson 5M is the ‘jack of all trades’ for tractors,” said Kevin Lewallen, tactical marketing manager for compact and utility equipment at Massey Ferguson. “You can tailor it to your specific needs — so you can pay for the things that you find value in, and not the things you don’t.” Versatile Build Options The 5M is available in four horsepower options: 105, 115, 135, and 145 hp. Farmers can select between two transmission options: the 12×12 transmission or…