The summer heat is starting to hit triple digits as ag new headlines stay hot. Braeden and Savannah crack into issues facing the food and agriculture industry.

In the headlines this week:

- Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus (EEEV), a deadly mosquito-borne virus, is targeting horses and humans in the Northeast. Learn more here: https://www.agdaily.com/livestock/eee-increase-in-the-u-s-poses-risks-to-humans-and-horses/

- New research suggests lime is actually removing carbon emissions from ag soils, contradicting past research. Learn more here: https://www.agdaily.com/crops/lime-may-remove-carbon-not-emit-it-new-research-says/

- Recent market analysis warns that the U.S. economy is flirting with a recession, driven by labor weakness, policy uncertainty and trade tension. Learn more here: https://www.agweb.com/markets/pro-farmer-analysis/economy-nears-recession-labor-weakness-and-policy-uncertainty-mount

- The Trump administration is suing California, claiming its strict animal welfare laws violate federal authority and have jacked up egg prices. Learn more here: https://www.agdaily.com/livestock/poultry/trump-administration-sues-california-over-egg-regulations/

- The catastrophic flash floods that swept through Central Texas devastated farms, ranches and agritourism sites, leaving drenched crops, damaged equipment and stranded livestock. Learn more here: https://www.morningagclips.com/texas-farmers-begin-recovery-process-after-flooding/

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We are serving up a full plate of ag news featuring updates on U.S. cattle herds, NOAA budget cuts and food eating contests. Braeden and Savannah are feasting on ag headlines!

In the headlines this week:

- U.S. Cattle herds rebuilding may be underway as feedlots report a drop in heifer placements. Learn more here: https://www.farmprogress.com/livestock/cattle-markets-poised-for-further-gains-as-heifer-retention-signals-tighter-supplies

- Del Monte Foods, a large supplier of canned fruits and veggies, just filed for bankruptcy. Learn more here: https://www.fooddive.com/news/canned-fruit-and-vegetable-maker-del-monte-foods-declares-bankruptcy-seeks/752181/

- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration budget aims to downsize climate research funding, impacting farmers' long-term planning abilities.

- Update: Tyson Foods' Amarillo beef plant and union workers reached a new contract delivering improved working conditions and wages for workers. Learn more here: https://www.agdaily.com/news/tyson-workers-in-texas-approve-deal-after-strike-threat/

- July 4th welcomed eating contests and record wins.

Hemp in dairy diets, Roundup in court, and beef processing workers on strike—agriculture’s not just growing crops, it's breaking headlines. Braeden and Savannah are here to keep you in the know.

In the headlines this week:

- New research reveals that feeding dairy cows spent hemp biomass could be a viable option, if fed correctly. Learn more here: https://www.morningagclips.com/thc-undetectable-after-withdrawal-period-in-cows-fed-hemp-byproduct/

- The Supreme Court asked the U.S. Solicitor General to weigh in on a legal dispute between Bayer and the courts regarding Roundup. Learn more here: https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/crops/article/2025/06/30/supreme-court-requests-solicitor-12

- Changes are coming to the USDA, including staff cuts, food safety frameworks, and avian influenza protocol. Learn more here: https://www.meatpoultry.com/articles/32082-following-food-safety-reforms

- Workers at Tyson's Amarillo beef plant have authorized a strike. What does that mean for the beef supply chain? Learn more here: https://www.meatpoultry.com/articles/32104-workers-at-tyson-amarillo-plant-authorize-strike

- The 2025 College National Finals Rodeo crowned champions in Casper, Wyoming. Check out the winners: https://www.yardbarker.com/rodeo/articles/college_national_finals_rodeo_results_2025_champions/s1_17312_42362438

About Magnetic Ag - Ears Edition

Your ag news just got an upgrade. Magnetic Ag - Ears Edition isn’t your grandpa’s farm report — it’s fast, unfiltered and actually fun. It’s your quick weekly update on what’s happening in the world of food and ag.

Subscribe to the Magnetic Ag twice-weekly news letter: https://magnetic-ag.com/subscribe/.