Conservation practices could help farms weather economic downturn, AFT CEO says
The president and CEO of American Farmland Trust says the current farm economy is creating serious financial challenges for many producers. John Piotti tells Brownfield, “Input costs are at all-time […]
More cows, more milk, less money to farmers in January
New USDA data shows U.S. milk production continues to grow with more cows, and more milk per cow. The National Ag Statistics Service says Milk production in January was 19,81 […]
Solutions from the Land emphasizes importance of technical support for farm bill programs
The president of Solutions From the Land says farmers need strong technical assistance for conservation programs in the farm bill to succeed. Ernie Shea says the proposal recently advanced by the U.S. House Ag Committee […]
Second HPAI commercial turkey flock reported in Kent County
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed a second commercial case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in West Michigan. The state says the Kent County flock was […]
A milder period ahead for much of the Heartland; a more tranquil weather pattern
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures nationwide, except for cooler-than-normal conditions in the Northeast. The Southwest will have the greatest likelihood of experiencing […]
Illinois farmer says improving soil health builds profit per acre
A northwestern Illinois farmer says building soil health pays off in the long run. “I tell everybody that I’m a cheap farmer. I do not like to buy inputs.” Greg […]
H2Ohio program connects farmers with experts to help implement nutrient management plans
The director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture says continued growth in the H2Ohio program is helping farmers in the Western Lake Erie Basin improve water quality. Brian Baldridge says a new $1 […]
Spring blizzard buries Upper Midwest farms in snow
Farmers in the Upper Midwest are digging out from a weekend blizzard. Brent Mohn farms south of Minneapolis and says more than a foot of snow has accumulated since Sunday […]
Thousands strike at JBS facility in Colorado, raising questions about cattle prices and market volatility
More than 3,800 employees at the JBS meat processing plant in Greeley, Colorado have walked out following months of failed contract negotiations. Ag economist Josh Maples with Mississippi State University […]
Diet shifts, competitive pricing boost pork demand
The vice president of the National Pork Board says he’s optimistic about consumer demand in 2026. Chad Groves, a producer from Kansas, says shifts in diet trends last year could […]