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From Pro Farmer’s First Thing Today, these are some of the stories we are watching on Monday, May 24.

The latest Rural Mainstreet Index soared to a reading of 78.8, up from the 69 posted in April. The survey also found 60.6% of bank CEOs reported a local economy that expanded from April to May.

This week Chip Flory and Jim Wiesemeyer discuss fast internet for rural America as Democrats could still “go alone” on infrastructure bill.

NOAA’s annual hurricane outlook released this month shows the agency predicts another above-normal Atlantic hurricane season. NOAA’s outlook points to a 60% chance of an above-normal season.

USDA’s latest Crop Progress report shows corn planting jumped 10 points in a week, now sitting at 90% complete. Only two states are seeing planting progress behind the five-year average.

Corn and soybean prices saw pressure on Monday as recent rains in the Midwest weighed on the market. Wheat futures also traded lower, falling to the lowest level in more than a month.

A report issued on Monday describes at least three ways EPA stumbled in its policies and practices.

The ERS at the USDA tracks the effect of inflation (or to put it another way, less valuable money) on farmland prices. John Phipps looks at the numbers in relation to stepped-up basis.

During the event, a diverse cross-section of U.S. dairy farmers shared the progress they’re making on animal well-being, environmental stewardship and more.

The National FFA Organization announces it has named Scott Stump as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective Monday, June 21. Stump also takes the leadership role as CEO of the National FFA Foundation.