Eastern Arkansas farmer warns of severe drought as planting season begins
A farmer in eastern Arkansas says he’s concerned about the ongoing dry conditions as the planting season begins. “I think we’re 15 to 20 inches deficient of rainfall right now.” […]
Michigan State study early results find low PFAS risk in farm soils
Preliminary research at Michigan State University had found a low risk of forever chemicals in agricultural soils. MSU AgBioResearch PFAS Outreach Specialist Katie King says samples last year from 17 […]
Nebraska FFA expanding ag awareness in urban classrooms
Some Nebraska FFA members say building connections in urban communities is an important step for growing the future of agriculture. Leah Christen, state secretary from Lewiston, says students are […]
Farmers urged to take a full-season approach to crop management ahead of 2026 crop year
A Syngenta agronomist says creating a proactive crop management plan will be key to maximizing yields in 2026. Jami Loecker says using last year’s records as a guide could help […]
A mild to unseasonably warm, progressively wetter pattern again ahead for the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures and precipitation across much of the country. Cooler-than-normal conditions will be confined to northern sections of Washington, […]
Price: global competition and rising costs eroding U.S. farm advantage
The executive vice president of the Southern Cotton Ginners Association says there’s a growing perception the U.S. farmer has lost their competitive advantage in the global marketplace. Tim Price tells […]
Soybeans and wheat were higher, corn was mostly higher
Soybeans were higher, building off of Wednesday’s gains. Soybean oil and soybean meal were also higher. The administration confirmed President Trump will visit China in May. The market is also […]
Cattle futures higher heading into the end of the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up watching direct business develop. April live cattle closed $.67 at $235.10 and June live cattle closed $.95 higher at […]
NW MO farmers begin early planting in warm, dry conditions
Agronomist Erin Marlow says a few planters are rolling in northwest Missouri, earlier than usual. “I know there are some soybeans in the ground and a little birdie told me […]
As companies push 2030 goals, Field to Market encourages farmers to seize new revenue streams
The Field to Market President says farmers can align cost-cutting measures this season with conservation projects in their value chain. Carrie Volmer Sanders tells Brownfield, “Growers are compensated in a […]