Delayed soybean emergence worrying some farmers

A Bayer agronomist says some farmers are concerned about delayed soybean emergence. Lance Tarochione, who’s based in west central Illinois, says some early planted soybean fields are struggling this spring. […]

HPAI detected in Indiana for the first time in a month

For the first time in a month, highly pathogenic avian influenza has been detected in northwest Indiana.  The latest case was detected in a non-commercial hobby flock in Porter County. The Indiana State Board […]

Manure study examines nitrogen retention, soil health

Research is showing the benefits of applying solid manure over liquid manure to fields. Josh Mirabella with the University of Wisconsin-Madison is researching soil health and fertility comparing unprocessed liquid […]

May expected to start warm and dry

Much of the Midwest should experience warm and dry weather the first week of May. Iowa state climatologist Justin Glisan says there’s a strong warm signal expanding from the central […]

Commodity groups unhappy with ITC duties on 2,4-D

A commodity group says a ruling by the International Trade Commission will likely raise prices and reduce availability for a popular ag chemical. Virginia Houston with the American Soybean Association […]

MO farmer holding breath as tariffs continue

A farmer from west-central Missouri says he’s concerned what the Trump administration’s tariffs mean for China, a top buyer of U.S. soybeans. Ronnie Russell raises corn and soybeans in Ray […]