USDA reports mixed broiler hatchery trends as egg sets rise on week, but slip on year
U.S. broiler hatchery numbers are continuing their recent mixed trend. Part of the week-to-week and year-to-year changes can be linked to the seasonal rise in reports of Highly Pathogenic Avian […]
More optimism in farm country drives boost in this month’s Ag Economy Barometer
An ag economist says more optimism in farm country helped boost producer sentiment in this month’s Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Professor emeritus Jim Mintert says it rose to its highest level since […]
Climatologist: Winter weather patterns are not enough to relieve Eastern Corn Belt drought
The associate director of the Midwestern Regional Climate Center says drought could continue to be a challenge for farmers heading into 2026. Melissa Widhalm says despite recent winter weather patterns, much of […]
Some rootworms now resistant to pyrethroids
Researchers have discovered another crop pest that is resistant to the main treatment tool available to farmers. Dr. Emily Bick with the University of Wisconsin tells Brownfield some corn earworms […]
Nebraska Ag Expo brings cutting-edge technology and global exhibitors
The marketing director with the Nebraska Ag Expo says this year’s show will feature new, innovative technology to help producers boost efficiency on their operations. Cindy Feldman says it […]
Depressed ag economy resulting in increased farmer mental health concerns
A commercial agriculture educator with the University of Illinois says a depressed ag economy is weighing on farmers’ mental health. “Comparing these economic times that we’re in now to what […]
Used equipment market holding strong
An Illinois-based auction agent says the low commodity prices aren’t slowing down the used equipment market. Mark Larsen, with Kyle Kelso Auctioneers in Macomb, says escalating prices for new equipment […]
U.S. ethanol production hits high as output surges to meet demand
U.S. ethanol production surged to an all-time high last week as producers try to meet expected demand. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.126 million barrels, per day, […]
Cattle industry cites tight supplies as Trump targets rising beef costs
The high retail price of beef became a target of the Trump administration late this year. Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association executive director Kaitlyn Root says there are several reasons consumers […]
From Zurich to Germany: Minnesota soybean growers promote ag products and innovations
The president of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association recently took part in a European trade mission. Darin Johnson, who farms in southeast Minnesota, says the trip started in Zurich, Switzerland. […]