U.S. Senate advances more USDA nominees
The U.S. Senate Ag Committee has approved three USDA nominees out of committee this week. Mindy Brashears is being considered for the Under Secretary of Food Safety, Stella Yvette Herrell […]
Ag sector watching as Supreme Court considers the legality of President Trump’s use of tariffs
All eyes are on the Supreme Court this week as it considers the legality of President Trumps’ tariff actions. Rusty Rumley is a senior staff attorney at the National Agricultural […]
Southeast Iowa farmer reports mixed harvest results amid USDA data gap
A farmer in southeast Iowa reports mixed reviews as harvest winds down. Tom Adam of Keota says yields in his area are above average. “Maybe above trendline. But there’s other […]
Trade agreement with China could revive rail shipments for Upper Midwest soybeans
Soybean export activity is expected to pick up in the Upper Midwest with the U.S. and China coming to terms on a trade deal. Ryan Mackenthun farms near Brownton in […]
Preparing the Next Generation: The Changing Needs in Agriculture
NPPD is working to ensure its workforce keeps pace with the evolving technology that drives Nebraska’s farms and ranches. Through new training and education initiatives, the district is preparing employees […]
Increasing Corn Demand Through Trade
Originally founded in 1960 as the U.S. Feed Grains Council, the U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council is aimed at developing markets, enabling trade, and improving lives. In this Managing for […]
NCGA urges EPA to reallocate ethanol waivers to boost corn demand
The National Corn Growers Association says reallocating ethanol waivers could be another option to increase demand for U.S. corn. Matt Ziegler, director of public policy and renewable fuels, says […]
Temps ahead to vary greatly across the Heartland; near-seasonal weather, as well
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Managing calf transportation helps keep them healthy
There are a lot of things that can impact the health of calves and young cattle, and transporting them from one facility and management style to another can cause problems. […]
Agronomist warns of lodging risk for unharvested Minnesota corn
There are stalk integrity concerns for corn yet to be harvested in Minnesota. Stine Seed agronomist Susan Hart says farmers dealt with disease pressure throughout the growing season. “Seeing some […]