Senate bill would close hemp “loophole”
The president of the Illinois Hemp Growers Association says a proposal moving through the U.S. Senate would decimate the growing industry. Rachel Berry says the measure would close what some […]
Broiler data mixed on week, holding ahead of last year
The USDA’s broiler hatchery numbers were mixed from week-to-week. 251.319 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubators, 1.022 million more than the previous week and 2% above a year ago, […]
Ethanol production rises slightly on week
U.S. ethanol production saw a modest week-to-week bump. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.087million barrels per day, up 2,000 on the week, but down 19,000 on the […]
Alfalfa can help control problem resistant weeds
A common forage crop can help bring problem weeds under control. University of Wisconsin research biologist Mark Renz tells Brownfield herbicide-resistant weeds like waterhemp and ragweed have been controlled for […]
Farmers weigh ROI decisions for new ag technology
Some farmers say they’re turning to new precision agriculture technology to reduce input costs and improve bottom lines. Southwest Nebraska farmer Roric Paulman says each of his farms generates about […]
MO cattle producer: USDA doing what it can to keep New World screwworm out
The president of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association says cattle producers are keeping a close eye on what’s happening with New World screwworm in Mexico. “We’re a good ways from the […]
Legislation would expand access to mental health care
New federal legislation would make it easier for farmers to access mental health care services. The Farmers First Act introduced by Wisconsin Democrat Tammy Baldwin and Iowa Republican Joni Ernst […]
Corn farmer wants U.S. on good terms with trade neighbors
The president of the Missouri Corn Growers Association says he’s optimistic the relationship between the United States, Canada and Mexico can stay on good terms while trade and tariffs are […]
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UI prof: Don’t bring mom or dad along on job interviews
A business professor at the University of Iowa says she’s stunned by the results of a new survey that finds some parents will accompany their adult children on job interviews, […]
