H2Ohio program continues to show water quality improvements
The director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture says continued growth in the H2Ohio program is helping reduce nutrient runoff across the state. Brian Baldridge says a recent statewide expansion is showing the […]
Using precision technology to improve weed management
The innovation project manager at Beck’s Hybrids says precision technology can help farmers improve weed management. Will Hirschfeld says the company is partnering with Verdant Robotics to utilize its SharpShooter technology, […]
Between the Rows Tour sees drought impacts
The Corn Marketing Program of Michigan’s annual yield tour is finding mixed crop conditions across the state. Research and Agronomy Director Kristin Poley tells Brownfield drought impacts are evident. “We […]
Poultry production for July up on year
U.S. poultry production posted a year-over-year gain in July. The USDA says 4.628 billion pounds of poultry were certified wholesome last month, rising 1% on the year, as a 2% […]
Temps ahead on the cool-side of normal; moisture opportunities for many
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10 day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or below-normal temperatures across much of the central and eastern U.S., as well as the Four […]
Cash dairy prices steady-to-higher Monday
Cash dairy prices were steady-to-higher except for nonfat dry milk Monday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was up $0.0150 at $0.57 gaining back Friday’s loss. One sale was […]
U.S. and EU trade framework expand markets for some ag goods
An ag economist says the new U.S. and European Union trade framework could expand market access for some key ag commodities. Allen Featherstone, department head of agricultural economics with Kansas […]
Corn, wheat inspections above last week, last year
The USDA says corn, soybean, and wheat export inspections during the week ending August 21st were ahead of what’s needed to meet projections for their current respective marketing years. The […]
Ag economist expects cash rents to decline in 2026
An ag economist at Purdue University says he expects cash rents to decline in 2026. Michael Langemeier says rental rates in some areas of the U.S. remain strong, but, “Cash […]
First human case of NWS confirmed in a human
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed the first-human case of New World screwworm in the United States in a person traveling abroad into Maryland. In an email […]