West-central Minnesota farmer makes planting progress
Planting is off to an encouraging start for west-central Minnesota farmer Noah Hultgren. “We finished sugarbeets at the end of last week. We had some rain, which was a good […]
Study shows 2024 was a record year for biodiesel economic impact
A new study shows that the biodiesel industry helped contribute more than $42 billion to the US economy in 2024. Kate Shenk (shank), director of regulatory affairs with Clean Fuels […]
Planting window opens up for Upper Midwest farmers
Ideal planting weather is expected across much of the Midwest this week. Brent Mohn grows corn and soybeans near Lakeville in southern Minnesota. “We missed a few of the rain […]
Tank Mix Flexibility
As growers begin applying Enlist herbicides this spring, Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Scott Pringnitz, says there are several ways to get the most out of each trip across the […]
Mexico top weekly export inspections destination
Mexico led the way for U.S. grain and oilseed export inspections during the week ending May 1st. Inspections of corn and soybeans were above what’s needed weekly to meet projections […]
Wisconsin soil moisture levels vary as some planters get rolling
Some Wisconsin farmers are glad to get a break from rain long enough to plant, while others are hoping for a long, slow soaking rain after planting wraps up. Cal […]
Soybean Meal Becomes More Attractive for Dairy Cows
Missouri Soybeans’ strategic plan includes boosting soybean meal demand for livestock feeding, including dairy cows. Producing more meal, thereby lowering costs, improves livestock farmers’ bottom lines. Market Development Director Matt […]
Concerns grow over uncertainty in the ag economy for 2025
An economist says there are several issues that could create more uncertainty for the ag economy in 2025. Jay Rempe with Rolling Prairie Economics says he’s concerned about supply […]
Indiana state budget cuts could impact Indiana agriculture long-term
Some ag groups are concerned Indiana’s new budget will impact the long-term viability of the state’s ag industry. Indiana Farm Bureau president Randy Kron says the state’s department of agriculture […]
Spotlight on Soybeans Podcast Ep. 21 | Soybeans Improve Dairy Producers’ Bottom Line
In this Spotlight on Soybeans, learn about how Missouri Soybeans has partnered with seed companies, resulting in an expansion of demand for SOYLEIC soybeans as dairy cow rations. That means […]