Report finds ag purchasing decisions involve more voices, more research
A new report from Swanson Russell examines generational shifts in ag decision making. Tony Sattler, director of experience and insights, says the report found that on-farm purchasing decisions are increasingly […]
Farms use June Dairy Month to showcase food production
A spokesperson for Wisconsin’s dairy checkoff says June Dairy Month gives people a chance to see first-hand where their food comes from. Tina Peterson with Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin tells […]
Pork industry concerned about New World Screwworm
New World screwworm is a risk to the U.S. pork industry. Dr. Megan Niederwerder with the Swine Health Information Center says cases of New World screwworm in Mexican outdoor pigs […]
Humphreys: Senate shouldn’t ignore rural America on Prop 12
The CEO of the National Pork Producers Council is confident Congress will pass legislation addressing Proposition 12. Bryan Humphreys says NPPC staff have been in discussions with members of the […]
Current cost projections expected to weigh on 2027 crop decisions
A farm management specialist with the University of Illinois says he’s concerned about farm finances in 2027. Dr. Gary Schnitkey says rising fuel prices and current projections of some fertilizers […]
Iowa Governor Reynolds reflects on end of her bill-signing duties
Governor Reynolds has signed hundreds of bills into law this year, in her final year as governor. Tuesday was the deadline for Governor Reynolds to take action on all the […]
Strong harvest in Brazil could increase global corn competition
A market advisor says dry weather in Brazil hasn’t had a significant impact on the country’s expected record corn crop. “It wasn’t a perfect year by any means, but it […]
Central Iowa school district to launch ‘Reimagining Education’ project
Iowa’s largest school district is asking residents for feedback on changes coming soon through what’s being called the Reimagining Education project. The five-year plan will offer Des Moines Public Schools […]
Increasing financial stress is impacting how producers think about farm growth
An ag economist at Purdue University says increased financial strain is impacting farm growth expectations for crop and livestock producers. Michael Langemeier says the current state of the ag economy is making it difficult […]
Deep Woods Off, Barn Kittens and the Smell of Summer on the Farm
Late Spring on the farm smells like hard work, sunshine, and memories. It smells like fresh-cut hay drying in the field, warm soil after an afternoon rain, leather gloves, and […]