– On Monday, the fast-food giant announced it was developing plant-based “chicken,” burgers, and other menu items under the “McPlant” banner. (Business Insider

Thousands of mink have died at fur farms in Utah and Wisconsin after a series of coronavirus outbreaks. (CNN)

Whether Illinois educators are teaching their classes in-person, virtually or a combination of the two, Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom continues to offer free, educational resources that support teachers and … Read More

– Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler, joined by American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall, announced a five-year approval of three dicamba herbicides last week. (WJAG)

A resurgent U.S. economy will grow at its fastest pace in two decades after this year’s coronavirus slowdown, helping to boost commodity prices almost across the board, said the USDA … Read More

Joe Biden’s election as president raises new questions for a U.S. farm sector whipsawed by turbulent years under President Trump. (Wall Street Journal)

Global food prices remain on a tear as tightening crop markets boost grain costs by the most in eight years. (Bloomberg

House members are jostling to take over as chair of the Agriculture Committee following the defeat of its current head, longtime Rep. Collin Peterson. (The Hill)

House members are jostling to take over as chair of the Agriculture Committee following the defeat of its current head, longtime Rep. Collin Peterson. (The Hill)

Outside of the election, grocery stores and manufacturers are increasing food production to avoid any shortages as COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the U.S. (Marketplace)