National cover crop variety research supports regional needs
The project manager of the National Cover Crop Variety Test says their new report will help farmers source seed best suited toward their region. University of Missouri’s Center for Regenerative […]
ADAI’s annual ice cream social connects consumers to dairy
The director of communications for the American Dairy Association Indiana says highlighting the role of dairy helps connect consumers to the state’s ag industry. Brooke Williams says the 36th annual Ice Cream […]
Drought recovery happening
The state climatologist with University of Missouri Extension says above average rainfall is helping the soil recover from a three-year drought. Zach Leasor says it’s especially true for areas south […]
Tar spot concerns picking up steam
An agronomist says field conditions are conducive for tar spot development across parts of the Corn Belt. Matt Essick with Pioneer tells Brownfield confirmations of the disease have been increasing […]
Proposed renewable fuels standards ‘significant step up’ for Iowa ethanol
The executive director of the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association is thrilled over the Trump Administration’s plans for increased renewable fuel blending levels. Monte Shaw says the EPA released its proposed […]
Warm and stormy July expected
The lead atmospheric scientist with Nutrien Ag Solutions says his fears of sustained mid-summer drought in the Corn Belt are waning. Eric Snodgrass says several factors were in place for […]
Driving Demand Initiatives – EP 1
Soybeans are stepping into the spotlight. The United Soybean Board is expanding demand opportunities for soybeans, from improving animal nutrition to boosting dairy production and helping create clean fuels. Listen […]
Iowa drought conditions continue to wash away
Drought conditions continue to improve in the state. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows most of the middle of the state has no drought conditions, which is about 64% — […]
Good week for old crop corn, soybean export sales
The USDA is reporting solid old crop corn and soybean export sales during the week ending July 3rd. Those corn and bean sales were multi-week highs for both crops, with […]
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