Stine Seed agronomist shines light on Midwest harvest progress
Harvest progress is less clear following the cancellation of weekly USDA crop reports because of the government shutdown. Tony Lenz with Stine Seed covers portions of Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, […]
Legislation introduced to halt Wisconsin animal fee increases
Wisconsin lawmakers have introduced legislation that would take away the ag department’s ability to raise fees on animal markets, animal dealers, animal truckers, and animal transport vehicles. Farmer and State […]
Rain alleviates field fire concerns during fast-paced north Iowa harvest
Recent rain has alleviated field fire concerns in north Iowa. Klemme farmer Brent Renner says warm, dry weather has made for a fast-paced harvest. “In fact it was getting a […]
Michigan cuts 10 Cents a Meal Program after a decade of success supporting schools and local farmers
Farm-to-School advocates say eliminating Michigan’s 10 Cents a Meal Program is a step backward in supporting local food systems and farmers. Director of Farm to Institution Programs May Tsupros at the Michigan State […]
New USDA strategy aims to boost beef production and ease regulatory burdens
The USDA has announced a plan to strengthen the American beef industry and help lower costs for consumers. Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, says the plan […]
A wide-range of seasonal mid-October weather across the Heartland & elsewhere
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Near-seasonal temps ahead for the Heartland; a more active moisture pattern, as well
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October price averages signal possible revenue protection claims for corn
Revenue protection insurance prices are set in October and a crop insurance specialist says with one week left to the month, there could be some good news for corn farmers […]
Members of the cattle industry say Argentina plan isn’t the way to lower beef prices
The CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says President Trump’s plan to import more beef from Argentina undercuts America’s farmers and ranchers. “That what he’s asking for is for […]
Cattle futures close sharply lower amid ongoing uncertainty
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle closed sharply lower following President Trump’s comments on Wednesday afternoon. December live cattle closed $5.0 lower at $239.82 and February live […]