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Trump Return Likely to Slow, Not Stop, U.S. Clean-energy Boom
Trump Return Likely to Slow, Not Stop, U.S. Clean-energy Boom Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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NCGA urges new Congress, Trump administration to quickly pass a farm bill
The President of the National Corn Growers Association says now that the election is over, Washington needs to focus on a farm bill. Kenneth Hartman, Jr. says, “We’ve kicked the can down the road last year. We don’t need another extension.” Hartman farms near Waterloo, Illinois. He tells Brownfield with the economic conditions, prices, and…
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GOP reclaims Senate majority
The Latest: Donald Trump wins US presidency, GOP reclaims Senate majority WREG NewsChannel 3
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Is the right to repair farm equipment a cybersecurity problem?
Is the right to repair farm equipment a cybersecurity problem? Farms.com
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Farm labor questions remain with new administration
A farm labor specialist says there are a lot of unknowns about how the new administration will impact the farm labor shortage. Michigan State Univeristy ag labor economist Zach Rutledge tells Brownfield specialty crop producers have become more reliant on H-2A visas to secure their workforce. But he says wages are becoming cost-prohibitive. “Our region is…
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Iowa farmer hopeful “the right” farm bill gets done during lame duck
North Iowa farmer Brent Renner tells Brownfield he’s more optimistic about the farm bill getting done during the lame duck session of Congress. “But I’ll say that with the caveat that I hope they don’t just get it done to get it done. I hope it’s the right farm bill. That concerns me a little…
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Farmers scrutinizing plans for 2025
With the harvest season winding down, many farmers are turning their attention to next year. Central Illinois farmer Ken Franklin, who grows corn and soybeans in Christian County, says current crop budgets likely mean some cutbacks. “Well, I mean, I think we’re going back to the basics.” He says, “I don’t know what else to…
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Ethanol production, stocks rise
U.S. ethanol production and stocks moved higher last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.105 million barrels per day, an increase of 23,000 on the week and 63,000 on the year. Iowa State University’s Center for Agricultural and Rural Development says the estimated operating margins for the average Iowa plant did tighten,…
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Gibson’s Horsepower Legacy
Gibson’s Horsepower Legacy Successful Farming
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What Farmers Should Know Ahead of the November WASDE
What Farmers Should Know Ahead of the November WASDE Successful Farming
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Thompson Hosts USDA Rural Development Roundtable for Solano County
Thompson Hosts USDA Rural Development Roundtable for Solano County Independent Voice
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Portable Heaters: Heat Where You Need It On the Farm
Portable Heaters: Heat Where You Need It On the Farm Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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8 Key Strategies for Hosting a Stress-Free Thanksgiving Dinner
WASHINGTON — Planning a stress-free Thanksgiving dinner is possible with the right strategy. Focus on simple recipes and involve family members in the cooking process. With a little organization, you’ll create a cozy atmosphere and enjoy quality time together. Plan ahead Planning a stress-free Thanksgiving dinner starts with setting a timeline. Begin at least two…
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TFB Resolutions Committee Considers Issues Facing Agriculture
WACO, Texas — Feral hogs, mountain lions, water and foreign ownership of agricultural land were among the topics of proposed policy resolutions discussed by the Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) Resolutions Committee Nov. 4-5 in Waco. The committee, comprised of 41 TFB members representing Texas agriculture, spent two days reviewing, deliberating and consolidating more than 280…
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Two Ag Committee Incumbents Lose, Many Races Remain Undecided
Two Ag Committee Incumbents Lose, Many Races Remain Undecided Successful Farming
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Markets React: Election causes stocks to surge, gold and soybeans plummet
KRVN 880 – KRVN 93.1 – KAMI – Q&A Markets React: Election causes stocks to surge, gold and soybeans plummet Rural Radio Network
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Nebraska’s 2024 net farm income expected to decrease
An ag economist says Nebraska’s 2024 net farm income is expected to decrease. Brad Lubben, with the University of Nebraska tells Brownfield… “A big drop in crop receipts, continued pressure on production costs and that ends up with about a $1.5 billion decline in net farm income.” Nebraska had a record $9.3 billion in total…
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Ag lobbyist says election results have farm bill impact
Former President Donald Trump will return to the White House in the new year and an ag lobbyist says that will likely impact what lawmakers accomplish in the lame duck session. “I still think there’s a very small percentage likelihood we do a farm bill.” Mary Kay Thatcher with Syngenta says Congress will only be…
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National Farmers Union Congratulates President-Elect Trump
WASHINGTON — Following the call of the 2024 presidential election by the Associated Press in favor of Donald Trump as president-elect, National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew made the following statement: “On behalf of National Farmers Union, I offer my congratulations to President-elect Trump. This transition to a new administration comes at a pivotal…
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Mexico City’s Floating Gardens Have Fed People for Hundreds of Years. Now They’re Threatened
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Cassandra Garduño squinted in the sunlight, her pink boots smudged by dirt as she gazed out over her family’s chinampa — one of the islands first built up by the Aztecs with fertile mud from the bottom of a lake that, later drained, would one day become Mexico City. Food from…
