Agriculture News
Farmers urged to review insurance options ahead of 2026 crop year
Dalynn Hoch, president of Rural Community Insurance Services, discusses some of the planning strategies that farmers should take into consideration as they plan for the 2026 crop year. The post
Biofuel industry cheers 45Z tax credit proposal, awaits final details
The U.S. Treasury Department has issued its proposed guidance on the 45Z tax credit and biofuel supporters say it’s a good step forward. Troy Bredenkamp with the Renewable Fuels Association
Midday cash livestock market
All is quiet in cash cattle country this morning, with bids and asking prices not established as of yet. Significant trade volume will likely be delayed until the second half
Midday cash livestock market
All is quiet in cash cattle country this morning, with bids and asking prices not established as of yet. Significant trade volume will likely be delayed until the second half
Phosphorous management under the microscope amid rising input costs
An extension soil specialist says farmers are inquiring about phosphorous management in relation to high fertilizer prices. Dan Kaiser with the University of Minnesota says growers are concerned about the
Phosphorous management under the microscope amid rising input costs
An extension soil specialist says farmers are inquiring about phosphorous management in relation to high fertilizer prices. Dan Kaiser with the University of Minnesota says growers are concerned about the
Woody species encroachment threatens Kansas grasslands, beef herd growth
Kansas Ag Secretary Mike Beam says invasive woody species are threating the health of the state’s grasslands. He tells Brownfield research at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln shows that Kansas could
New Product of the USA label strengthens transparency
The president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says the new Product of the USA label is one that works for producers. Gene Copenhaver says the updated label requires that
Many farmers making plans for upcoming Bridge payments
Many farmers are anxiously awaiting upcoming assistance checks. Matthew Hardecke, a region manager with Farm Credit Illinois, says many farmers already have plans for the soon-to-be-released Farmer Bridge Assistance Program
U.S. pork industry stepping up biosecurity to protect against PRRS
The U.S pork industry is taking steps to protect against Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory System (PRRS). Dr. Andrèia Arruda says Ohio State University is conducting research on potential entryways entry points for various strains of
