Patience, preparation key for young farmers buying land
An ag real estate expert says young farmers need a long-term strategy when it comes to buying farmland. Paul Schadegg with Farmers National Company says patience is key. “A typical […]
Using soil sampling to manage input costs
With margins tight, a north-central Iowa farmer says keeping input costs in check is critical. Joe Roberts, who raises corn, soybeans and cover crops in Belmond, says soil sampling plays […]
Central Plains drought takes toll on pasture, cattle herds
A rangeland forage specialist says some producers are culling their herds due to the ongoing drought in the Central Plains. Mitch Stephenson with the University of Nebraska says limited feed […]
Indiana Farm Bureau members discuss energy, data centers, and taxes during 2027 delegate session
The executive director for public policy at Indiana Farm Bureau says data centers and property taxes are two of the biggest priorities for the organization in 2027. Katie Nelson says […]
Alabama farmer improving nutrient use efficiency by utilizing 4R nutrient stewardship practices
A fourth-generation Alabama farmer says implementing the 4R nutrient stewardship strategy has helped improve fertilizer efficiency on his operation. Drew Wendland says soils in his part of the state have […]
Michigan pilot works to increase local food purchases and farm partnerships
Four Michigan institutions are evaluating how they can buy more local food and strengthen partnerships with farmers and suppliers. Melanie Tran is the Michigan impact manager at the Center for Good Food Purchasing. […]
Minnesota Ag Commissioner warns of yield losses from drought
A dry August is raising concerns as crops near maturity in Minnesota. Thom Petersen, the Department of Agriculture Commissioner for the state, tells Brownfield corn and soybeans are struggling. “Unfortunately […]
Magnets leading to more efficient spray applications
The Midwest regional manager with MagrowTec says magnet technology is leading to more efficient chemical applications on the farm. Nathan Keppler says the Ireland -based company’s magnetic conditioning system has […]
CHS, OCP target 2028 startup for Louisiana phosphate fertilizer plant
The nation’s largest ag cooperative, CHS, is partnering with a major phosphate fertilizer producer to build a fertilizer production facility in Louisiana by the end of the decade. CHS CEO […]
Butter, nonfat dry milk rise while cheese slips at CME Friday
Cash dairy prices were mostly up Friday to end the week at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0075 to $0.7375. No sales were reported. Forty-pound cheese blocks were down […]