Farmers becoming less optimistic about future of the ag economy
The latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer shows farmers continue to be concerned about the ag economy. Michael Langemeier, director of Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture, says the survey was […]
Illinois farmer preps for wheat planting as double-crop beans struggle
A southeastern Illinois farmer says he’s concerned about the double-crop soybeans he planted this summer following wheat harvest. Don Guinnip, who farms in Clark County, says the late-season drought has […]
Early nutrition and hydration key to preventing calf stress, vet says
A veterinarian says farmers need to take some simple steps to prevent calf stress. Dr. Tom Earlywine with Purina Land ‘O Lakes tells Brownfield calves, especially those born on dairy […]
Government shutdown leaves farmers without critical market data
The chief economist at Indiana Farm Bureau says the partial government shutdown is impacting key USDA data that farmers rely on. Todd Davis says a lack of an October supply […]
Nebraska farmer weighing timeline for fertilizer purchases
An eastern Nebraska farmer says purchasing fertilizer is becoming extremely difficult due to volatility in the markets. Mitch Oswald says cost of production is increasing. “We’re going to have […]
Bayer partners with Cornfed Farms in Iowa for U.S. debut of Forward Farming
A Bayer global initiative that connects select famers with resources to advance innovative agricultural practices has come to the U.S. Brian Naber with Bayer CropScience says Forward Farming is a […]
Energy Wise
Saving energy on the farm. Nebraska Public Power District and its wholesale utility customers have a long history of supporting ag producers beyond just energy delivery. In this Managing For […]
Michigan agriculture leaders say lost soybean exports could damage entire farm economy
Agriculture leaders say the lack of U.S. soybean exports will have ripple effects across commodities heading into next year. Farmers for Free Trade Executive Director Brian Kuehl says losing China’s demand for 14 billion […]
Helping Farm Families in Need
Since 2023, Farm Rescue has been helping Illinois farm families in need with a range of free services through partnerships with organizations like the Illinois Corn Checkoff. In this Managing […]
Keystone’s Propane with Purpose turning energy deliveries into school lunch support
An Indiana-based cooperative is turning its energy deliveries into local donations. Lindsey Sankey, director of public relations at Keystone Cooperative, says Propane with Purpose is helping rural communities fight food […]