Vaden: Farm aid needed, but work continues to boost commodity prices
The deputy secretary at the USDA says another round of financial assistance is needed to support America’s farmers and ranchers. Stephen Vaden says the $12 billion in farm aid included […]
Hoegemeyer Hometown Field Update – Carroll, IA
Each year, farmers seek the best solutions to help protect their corn and soybeans. In this Hoegemeyer Hometown Field Update, Agronomist Eric Solberg says that corn related diseases have been on […]
Volatile fertilizer market could change how farmers buy inputs
An ag economist says he doesn’t expect improvement in fertilizer prices anytime soon, and it may impact how they purchase inputs for the 2027 crop. Gary Schnitkey with the University […]
Trade mission to Asia highlights export opportunities
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen says work continues to improve market access in the Asia-Pacific for producers. On a call with reporters during a trade mission this week, he said Japan […]
Two decades later, western bean cutworm control is now standard across Great Lakes
A field crops entomologist says western bean cutworm management has made significant strides since it first reached the Great Lakes region 20 years ago. Chris DiFonzo with Michigan State University tells […]
Indiana farmer says wide range of crop maturity could complicate harvest windows
A west central Indiana farmer says he’s concerned widespread crop variability could impact harvest timing this fall. Kevin Cox says crop conditions differ across the state. “The early planted stuff is […]
Grassley sees momentum in USMCA talks, welcomes Mexico trade progress
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley is encouraged by recent comments by U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer concerning the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. The Iowa Republican says renewing USMCA would bring stability […]
Cash dairy prices were mostly down Tuesday
Cash dairy prices were mostly down Tuesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0250 to $0.6550. Four sales were reported ranging from $0.6550 to $0.6675. Forty-pound cheese blocks were down $0.04 at $1.5550. Thirteen sales were reported ranging from $1.54 to $1.5650. Cheese […]
Economist says recent cattle price declines don’t necessarily signal a long-term downturn
An ag economist says it’s been a tough couple of months for the cattle complex. Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension tells Brownfield the five area price is currently about $230 per hundredweight. “This […]
New contest showcases youth interest in grazing systems
The vice president of the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition says a recent first-of-its-kind contest is designed to encourage more youth involvement in the world of grazing. Trevor Toland, who raises […]