POLICY
Former MF Global CEO Jon Corzine testified today that he never gave his staff instruction to misuse funds.
The hearing is part of an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the firm’s bankruptcy.
All in all, the Tax Relief Act of 2010 was probably the best Christmas gift given to farmers by Congress in a long time.
Based on their voting records, members of the House and Senate Agriculture Committees don’t necessarily support trade agreements.
Record farm income this year underscores the impact that lofty crop prices and strong exports and demand are having on the fortunes of U.S. agriculture.
Expect corn usage and prices to take a hit if Congress doesn’t make a move.
The new MyPlate graphic, coupled with online tools, encourages healthy eating habits.
Congress is unlikely to make the hard choices on deficit reduction, and the result? The potential of higher interest rates.