Missouri Farmers Care accepting Hogs for Hunger donations
The executive director for Missouri Farmers Care says spots are still available for Missouri livestock exhibitors who want to participate in the Hogs for Hunger program at the upcoming Missouri […]
Cattle industry watches USDA reports for clues on future herd rebuilding
The cattle industry continues to look for any signs of herd expansion. University of Kentucky ag economist Kenny Burdine says the first thing he’s looking for is the percentage of heifers on […]
August weather: the final piece of the yield and profit puzzle
An atmospheric scientist says August weather could still have a major impact on crop yields, markets, and profitability as the forecast uncertainty continues. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions tells […]
USDA offers $35 million to expand feral hog control efforts
The USDA is making $35 million available for new partnerships to support feral swine eradication and control in 14 states, including Missouri. Partners selected to participate in the Feral Swine […]
Michigan pilots NextGen Crop Insurance Program for farmers using regenerative practices
A crop insurance program to help farmers incorporating regenerative agriculture practices is being piloted in a few select Michigan counties. Tina Owens leads the Resilience and Agriculture Lending and Insurance […]
Uncertainty the new normal in agriculture
The founder of an ag market intelligence firm suggests agriculture has never faced so much uncertainty. Susan Stroud with No Bull Agriculture says an index of economic policy uncertainty seemed […]
Missouri FFA to pack 250,000 meals during Drive to Feed Kids at MO State Fair
The Drive to Feed Kids is returning to the Missouri State Fair, scheduled for Tuesday, August 18. Ashley McCarty is with Missouri Farmers Care, a non-profit alliance that organizes the […]
China leads the way for old, crop soybean export sales
China continues to show strong interest in U.S. soybeans. The USDA says China was the leading buyer for both old and new crop U.S. beans during the week ending July […]
Wisconsin Farmers Union: farm bill needs permanent disaster assistance program
The Wisconsin Farmers Union President says a permanent disaster assistance program in the farm bill would simplify the current ad hoc process. Darin Von Ruden tells Brownfield, “When you have […]
Desiccation not bringing many advantages to northern soybean growers
An extension specialist with Michigan State University says soybean growers in northern states aren’t likely to see much advantage using desiccation techniques. During a recent Science for Success webinar, Dr. […]