Ohio State economist warns new Canadian tariffs could increase trade uncertainty
An ag economist says the Trump administration’s latest round of tariffs could have long-term implications for U.S. agricultural trade with Canada. Ian Sheldon with Ohio State University says the Section 338 tariffs are […]
Farmer says more aid would be appreciated, but solutions needed
A southwestern Wisconsin producer says the struggling ag economy is impacting morale in farm country. “Farmers are not really upbeat right now.” Mike Berget, who raises corn, soybeans, wheat, and […]
Nonfat dry milk surges while cheese, butter hold steady at CME
Cash dairy prices were mixed Tuesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0025 to $0.69. No sales were reported. Forty-pound cheese blocks were unchanged at $1.56. Three sales were reported ranging from $1.55 to $1.5625. Cheese barrels were unchanged at $1.5475. No sales were reported. Butter was unchanged at $1.4850. No sales […]
New research could help dairy producers improve nutrient use efficiency on farm
New manure management research could help producers improve nutrient use efficiency on their operations. Jeff Porter, technical consultant with Newtrient, says nitrogen enrichment technology helps increase the value of manure. “Researchers […]
‘We need the certainty’: Farmfest farmers call for action on farm bill
Minnesota farmers attending Farmfest near Redwood Falls are eager for Congress to pass a farm bill. Bob Worth farms near Lake Benton and says the last time a five-year farm […]
China, Mexico demand fuels optimism for grain markets
A pair of ag economists say strong export demand could help tighten grain supplies and provide some price support for farmers. Dan O’Brien with K-State University says China has fulfilled […]
Senate CR includes hemp ban extension
The general counsel of U.S. Hemp Roundtable says an extension to the November nationwide hemp ban is in the works. Jonathan Miller tells Brownfield, “The continuing resolution, which the Senate […]
Hoegemeyer Hometown Field Update – Garden City, KS
Facing challenges that threaten yield potential is a constant battle for farmers and their crops. In this Hoegemeyer Hometown Field Update, agronomist Teal Mills says the company’s latest genetics provide […]
Near-seasonal warmth to extreme heat covers much of the Heartland; sct’d showers, storms on parts of the Plains
Across the Corn Belt, near- or below-normal temperatures in the wake of soaking rainfall is benefiting corn and soybeans. Monday’s Midwestern high temperatures should mostly range from 80 to 90°F. […]
Very warm to hot weather to continue across much of the Nation; rainfall to favor parts of the Corn Belt
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for above-normal temperatures nationwide, with the hottest weather—relative to normal—stretching from the Great Basin eastward across the central Plains into the Ohio […]