Archive for May 2023
If There is an Economic Downturn, When Will It Begin?
Among the recessions listed in the table above is the brief, but deep, downturn that began in February 2020. It was caused by the policy response to the COVID-19 pandemic,…
Read MoreElectric Dreams: Automating OTC-style Trading of Cleared FX Forwards, NDFs, and Options
With the growth in client adoption has also come the need for evolution of trading flexibility. The central limit order book (CLOB) is a critical cornerstone to the CME FX…
Read MoreUSDA, DHS Cut Ribbon on National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
Manhattan, Kan., May 24, 2023 – Today, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) officials celebrated the dedication and ribbon-cutting…
Read MoreUSDA, University of Kentucky Break Ground on New Forage Research Building
LEXINGTON, KY, May 23, 2023—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for a new research facility, known as the Forage-Animal Production Research Unit (FAPRU), on the University of Kentucky campus.…
Read MoreDon’t Let Your Outdoor Meal Become a Feast for Bacteria
WASHINGTON, May 23, 2023 – As summer approaches, millions of Americans will hit the road to visit national parks, beaches and campgrounds. While packing that sunblock, bug spray and picnic…
Read MoreBiden-Harris Administration Invests in Watershed Infrastructure to Help Communities Recover from, Prepare for Natural Disasters as Part of Investing in America Agenda
WASHINGTON, May 22, 2023 – The Biden-Harris Administration today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making investments, including from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, in watershed infrastructure to…
Read MoreUSDA to Bring New Jobs and Improved Infrastructure to Rural Partners Network Communities
WASHINGTON, May 22, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is helping rural communities across eight states and Puerto Rico address some of…
Read MoreDebt Ceiling: Will Stocks, Yields Tumble Like in 2011?
All examples in this report are hypothetical interpretations of situations and are used for explanation purposes only. The views in this report reflect solely those of the author and not…
Read MoreUSDA Previews Emergency Relief Assistance for Agricultural Producers Who Incurred Losses Due to 2022 Natural Disaster Events
Additional payments on the way for livestock producers impacted by drought and wildfire in 2021 WASHINGTON, May 19, 2023 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced plans to roll out…
Read MoreBiden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of $500 Million for Improved Regional Conservation Partnership Program to Better Support Partners, Producers as Part of Investing in America Agenda
WASHINGTON, May 19, 2023 – The Biden-Harris Administration today announced the availability of $500 million in funding to advance partner-driven solutions to conservation on agricultural land through the U.S. Department…
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