Illinois livestock economist urges price protection despite strong cattle markets
An assistant professor at the University of Illinois says increased volatility in the cattle markets is leading more producers to explore risk management strategies. Brittney Goodrich, who specializes in livestock […]
Growing Up with Livestock: How Farm Life Shaped My Beliefs About Animal Welfare and Human Compassion
I am a proponent of animal welfare. That value was engrained in me as a child as my family, just like the generations before them had, cared for the hogs […]
Farm Bureau leader says USDA bridge payments are a short-term fix
The vice-president of the American Farm Bureau Federation says USDA’s new Farmer Bridge Assistance Program is appreciated and it’s yet to be determined if it will be enough to help […]
USDA to announce Farmer Bridge Assistance payment rates next week
The Under Secretary of Farm Production and Conservation at the USDA says payment rates for the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program will be announced next week. Richard Fordyce says acreage data […]
Protecting farmer access to crop protection tools remains a priority for the Modern Ag Alliance in 2026
The executive director of the Modern Ag Alliance says protecting farmer access to crop protection tools remains a top priority in 2026. Elizabeth Burns-Thompson says the organization is working on […]
Courthouse in northwest Iowa’s Lyon County vandalized
A county courthouse in the northwest corner of Iowa was vandalized overnight. Lyon County officials say someone broke into the courthouse in Rock Rapids last night or early this morning […]
Wisconsin farmer pleased with no till results
A southern Wisconsin farmer has been expanding his no-till practices to help soil health, reduce labor, and save on fuel. Phil O’Leary farms near Janesville, and he tells Brownfield some […]
Pre-report estimates show cattle on feed down nearly 2% year-over-year
The USDA pulled back on its cattle slaughter projections in its latest Supply and Demand report. Charley Martinez is an ag economist at the University of Tennessee says that could […]
Mark January 1st on the calendar to take a hike in an Iowa state park
Iowans are being encouraged to start 2026 off with a little exercise, fellowship and fresh air. This is the 14th year the Iowa Department of Natural Resources has offered First […]
Bethel (Tenn.) Takes Over No. 1 Spot in Latest NAIA Women’s Basketball Coaches’ Poll
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Bethel (Tenn.) has climbed to the top of the latest NAIA Women’s Basketball Coaches’ Poll for the first time in program history, earning 14 first-place votes […]