June 19, 2026: Trade Uncertainty, Renewable Fuel Policy Continues to Evolve

This week’s agriculture headlines include trade negotiations, New World screwworm concerns and crop conditions, followed by a conversation on the future of renewable fuels. Top agriculture headlines this week include reports of rootless corn across parts of the Midwest, updates on U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement negotiations and growing concerns over New World screwworm as states tighten livestock movement requirements. We also cover the latest on a pending Supreme Court ruling involving Roundup, progress toward reducing hypoxia in the Gulf of Mexico, Iowa's successful containment of a pseudorabies outbreak and several other policy developments impacting agriculture. Today’s interview features Kurt Kovarik, vice president of federal affairs for Clean Fuels Alliance America. He joins the show to discuss continued growth in biodiesel and renewable diesel production, the updated 45ZCF-GREET model and what EPA's proposed Renewable Fuel Standard volumes for 2026 and 2027 could mean for farmers and the future of renewable fuels. Stay connected with us for daily agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!