Middle East conflict tightening urea supplies
The chief economist with The Fertilizer Institute says the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is raising concerns about U.S. fertilizer supplies. “We think we’re about 2 million tons short […]
Nebraska officials outline resources for livestock producers affected by wildfires
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen says all options are on the table to support livestock producers affected by wildfires. Speaking with reporters on Tuesday, he said one of his goals is […]
USDA APHIS urges stronger biosecurity in Indiana
Highly pathogenic avian influenza continues to impact poultry producers in Indiana, and a USDA veterinarian says the agency is closely monitoring the outbreak. Dr. Chelsey Shivley with USDA’s Animal and […]
Regulations, costs on farmers under scrutiny during Michigan House Ag Appropriations meeting
State lawmakers are encouraging officials to address regulatory burdens for farmers within the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development as part of a proposed Farm Start program. Representative Mike […]
Working to Combat Tough to Control Disease Pressure
Another option to control disease in corn and soybeans. In this Managing for Profit, Sabih Javed, U.S. Corn and Soybean Fungicide Product Lead at Bayer Crop Science, discusses how Delaro […]
A milder period ahead for much of the Heartland; a limited moisture pattern for most
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures and near- or below-normal precipitation across much of the country. Colder-than-normal conditions will be […]
A mid-winter look / feel continues for some; a Spring-like across most of the Plains
Across the Corn Belt, cold air—accompanied by snow showers—remains in place from the upper Mississippi Valley into the lower Great Lakes States. Meanwhile, warm weather is returning across the southwestern […]
Food security leaders push for increased ag research to strengthen global food supply
The Food Security Leadership Council says greater investments in U.S. agriculture research would help lower costs for farmers and consumers while strengthening global food security. Executive Director Anna Neslon tells […]
Food security leaders push for increased ag research to strengthen global food supply
The Food Security Leadership Council says greater investments in U.S. agriculture research would help lower costs for farmers and consumers while strengthening global food security. Executive Director Anna Neslon tells […]
Cattle futures higher waiting on direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher, getting ready for the week’s direct business and Friday’s On Feed report. Direct cash cattle trade activity remained quiet. […]