Indianapolis-based Junior Chefs Academy teaching students about pork nutrition
An Indianapolis-based chef says an after-school program is teaching students about the versatility and nutritional value of pork. Ross Katz, executive director of the Junior Chefs Academy, says the curriculum […]
Iowa pork officials confident following rare pseudorabies detection
A pork industry official suggests the industry was well prepared following the first detection of pseudorabies in a domestic commercial swine herd in more than 20 years. Iowa Pork Producers […]
GT Thompson discusses USMCA reauthorization, says dairy adjustments needed
House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson says the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement has been working for American farmers and ranchers. “Obviously I want to see USMCA kept intact. I think that’s […]
Long-term crop research studying ways to lower input costs and improve soil health
An ecosystem scientist at Michigan State University says cropping system research is highlighting ways farmers can offset fertilizer use and other inputs. Phil Robertson is the director of the Long-Term Agroecosystem Project […]
Demand for premium replacement females remains strong in the cattle sector
The market manager for the Missouri Department of Agriculture says there continues to be strong demand for replacement females in the cattle sector. Tony Hancock tells Brownfield, “There were several, maybe commercial plus, pretty dag-gum good […]
Alfalfa weevils are early in Wisconsin this year
An entomologist says it’s time to scout for alfalfa weevils. Krista Hamilton with Wisconsin’s Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection tells Brownfield insect growth is ahead of plant development […]
Ag economist says high input costs making it difficult for farmers to navigate long-term goals
An ag economist says the cost of production is making it difficult to plan for the future. Michael Langemeier says the current ag economy is impacting how farmers think about long-term financial […]
USDA expands triticale crop insurance for 2026 as growers see rising demand
A Michigan farmer says growing demand for triticale is helping to diversify rotations and marketing opportunities. Sixth-generation grower Janna Fritz says her farm has been growing the crop for seed […]
Growing High-Oleic Soybeans
Adding value to each acre. Hear Don Wyss, Indiana soybean grower, explain how he is finding more value per acre with high-oleic soybeans grown for use in food and feed. […]
Michigan young farmer’s 4-H initiative helps youth work hands-on with livestock
A young farmer says providing a space for 4-H youth to raise livestock has been an inspiring addition to incorporate into their operation. Taylor Schomaker says she recently started a […]