Phosphorous management under the microscope amid rising input costs
An extension soil specialist says farmers are inquiring about phosphorous management in relation to high fertilizer prices. Dan Kaiser with the University of Minnesota says growers are concerned about the […]
Phosphorous management under the microscope amid rising input costs
An extension soil specialist says farmers are inquiring about phosphorous management in relation to high fertilizer prices. Dan Kaiser with the University of Minnesota says growers are concerned about the […]
Woody species encroachment threatens Kansas grasslands, beef herd growth
Kansas Ag Secretary Mike Beam says invasive woody species are threating the health of the state’s grasslands. He tells Brownfield research at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln shows that Kansas could […]
New Product of the USA label strengthens transparency
The president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says the new Product of the USA label is one that works for producers. Gene Copenhaver says the updated label requires that […]
Many farmers making plans for upcoming Bridge payments
Many farmers are anxiously awaiting upcoming assistance checks. Matthew Hardecke, a region manager with Farm Credit Illinois, says many farmers already have plans for the soon-to-be-released Farmer Bridge Assistance Program […]
U.S. pork industry stepping up biosecurity to protect against PRRS
The U.S pork industry is taking steps to protect against Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory System (PRRS). Dr. Andrèia Arruda says Ohio State University is conducting research on potential entryways entry points for various strains of […]
Growing Export Demand
Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council Vice Chair, Ben Storm, says the council partners with various commodity groups to help promote soybeans grown in Minnesota. He tells Brownfield emerging markets […]
Strong calf prices and soaring cow values may push herd rebuilding further into the future
An ag economist says the potential for continued record high prices in the cattle sector could further delay herd expansion. Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension says cattle producers […]
Ag economist says expanding domestic renewable fuel markets is the best path to boosting corn and soybean demand
An ag economist says the best opportunity to boost demand for corn and soybeans is through domestic markets. Jim McCormick, COO and co-founding partner of AgMarket.net, says livestock remains the […]
A pattern shift ahead for the Heartland; temps to moderate, a more active pattern to return
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of lingering below-normal temperatures in the eastern U.S., while warmer-than-normal weather will prevail from the Pacific Coast to the […]