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Examining economic impact of rural ports
The director of the Illinois Institute of Rural Affairs says new research shows that rural inland ports, like the Corn Belt Ports initiative, can be drivers of economic development. Dr. Chris Merrett says developing related business clusters is key to growth. “You know Silicon Valley, right?” He says, “We do have people who are competitors,…
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Relatively good soybean yields in central Iowa
A west-central Iowa farmer is pleased with soybean yields. Brent Johnson is from Calhoun County. “Wrapped up beans last week, had a really good year. Yields in this part of the state were very good considering it’s kind of hard to grow soybeans in the Des Moines lobe sometimes.” He tells Brownfield corn harvest is…
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Sow What? The History of Pig Farming in America
GREENWICH, N.Y. — Pig farming has played a significant role in shaping American agriculture, evolving from modest beginnings to become a cornerstone of the nation’s food production system. As one of the earliest domesticated animals brought to the New World, pigs have provided settlers and communities with vital resources like meat, leather, and lard. Over…
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Pa. Ensures 28 Farms in 16 Counties Stay Farms Forever
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Shapiro Administration announced today that Pennsylvania is investing $6,765,102 to purchase development rights for 1,953 acres on 28 farms in 16 counties, protecting them from future residential or commercial development. These conservation easement purchases ensure that Pennsylvania farmers will have the quality land they need to continue supporting families, communities, and jobs…
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Farmers look to weeding robots as herbicide resistance solution
A new survey by the Illinois Center for Digital Agriculture finds more than half of corn farmers would adopt weeding robots. Ag economist Shadi Attallah says the prevalence of herbicide resistance weeds is a major factor. “We looked at two situations here, a $40,000 robot and a $20,000 robot,” he explains. “And as you would…
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Hurricanes deliver one-two punch to Florida phosphate production
Hurricanes Helene and Milton have delivered a one-two punch to fertilizer production in the southern U.S. Stone X vice president of fertilizer Josh Linville says the phosphate market has been hit back-to-back. “If Helene was more of a glancing blow, it kind of touched on that west coast of Florida on its way up to…
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Wheat climbs as dry weather, Ukraine war put supply risks in focus
Wheat climbs as dry weather, Ukraine war put supply risks in focus XM
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Fraud Alert: USDA Warns Produce Sellers, Know Your Buyer
WASHINGTON — The USDA Agricultural Market Service’s Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act Division (PACA) has received information that various entities and individuals may be falsely representing themselves as current PACA licensees and legitimate purchasers in the industry – ordering produce, arranging its pick-up and transport, and not paying for that produce. In these instances, once the…
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Grain Markets Caught in a Tug-of-War: Fundamentals vs. Investor Sentiment
Grain Markets Caught in a Tug-of-War: Fundamentals vs. Investor Sentiment MSN
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Russian Attacks Spark Surge in War Insurance for Ukraine Grains
Russian Attacks Spark Surge in War Insurance for Ukraine Grains BNN Bloomberg
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Tech-driven fertility scripts
Tech-driven fertility scripts Successful Farming
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Combine cleanout important for preventing weed spread
An Enlist field specialist encourages farmers to properly clean harvest equipment between fields to help prevent the spread of weeds. Tony Goede covers Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin and says a typical combine will store up to 200 pounds of field residue. “Tucked away in different corners and pockets, so that’s a lot of stuff. And…
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It’s warmer and drier than usual in the Midwest this fall. Here’s what that means for producers
It’s warmer and drier than usual in the Midwest this fall. Here’s what that means for producers IPM Newsroom
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USAID attracts nearly $1.75B to support Ukraine’s agricultural sector
USAID attracts nearly $1.75B to support Ukraine’s agricultural sector Ukrinform
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Gov. Kemp, state leaders to discuss agricultural damage from Helene
Gov. Kemp, state leaders to discuss agricultural damage from Helene 11Alive.com WXIA
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Wheat Adds Risk Premium, Soybeans and Corn Ease on SA Weather, Harvest
Wheat Adds Risk Premium, Soybeans and Corn Ease on SA Weather, Harvest Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Decoding the FMMO referendum process: What dairy producers need to know
Decoding the FMMO referendum process: What dairy producers need to know Michigan Farm News
