Two breeds graduate from Conservation Priority List
Livestock competitions have helped to revitalize breeds from two species. Dr. Alison Martin, program director at The Livestock Conservancy, says Hereford hogs have moved off their Conservation Priority List (CPL). […]
Adding protein and valuable nutrients to your meals
If you’re looking for ways to add protein or essential vitamins and nutrients to your meals, dairy is a great place to start. Jessica Kassel, a nutritionist with the St. […]
Iowa farmer concerned about nitrogen loss
A central Iowa farmer is concerned about the combination of a mild winter and wet spring. Corey Hillebo grows corn and soybeans near Polk City. “We had a very warm […]
California gets moisture, needs warmth
An atmospheric scientist says the state that leads the country in fruit and vegetable production has recovered from drought but has a different threat to this year’s crops. Eric Snodgrass […]
Cattle futures lower, waiting on direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were pressured by the drop in boxed beef, waiting for direct business to develop. June lives closed $1.15 lower at $176.47 […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: May 8, 2024
Jul. corn closed at $4.58 and 1/2, down 8 and 1/2 centsJul. soybeans closed at $12.27 and 3/4, down 18 and 3/4 centsJul. soybean meal closed at $378.50, down $4.70Jul. […]
Farmer sentiment hits lowest level since June 2022
An ag economist says farmer sentiment has dipped to its lowest level in the last two years. Jim Mintert with Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture says the Purdue University/CME Group […]
It is Melanoma Awareness Month
Commentary. It is springtime in the Midwest and farmers are farming to beat the band. Many farmers and farm families will spend long days in tractor cabs and in the […]
IL purchasing program benefits local food system, those in need
A new Illinois Department of Agriculture program is bringing locally grown food to communities in need. Kristi Jones, deputy director, says $28.8 million and a year-long study developed the Illinois […]
Wheat extends losses, with soybeans, corn also down
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling. Beans continue to monitor U.S. planting delays and the harvest delays and crop damage in South America. That includes heavy flooding in […]
