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Senator Hoeven Hosts Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee Field Hearing
(WHEATLAND, N.D.) – Senator John Hoeven, R-N.D., hosted a Senate Ag Appropriations Committee field hearing Thursday, August 15 at The Grand Farm Innovation Campus. The hearing focused on the future of ag technology and research, specifically, precision ag. “All of these things leverage local, state, and federal resources, and the private sector, and put it…
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UV light treatment technology enhances corn lines
BioLumic is partnering with several seed companies to use its light-activated technology to improve corn productivity. CEO Steve Sibulkin says the technology uses UV light signaling to rapidly activate natural genetic expression in plants to improve yield, quality, and performance. “We’re not changing the underlying genetics themselves,” he says. “We work with biotech crops and…
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USDA Rural Development Invests $14 Million To Expand Access to Domestic Biofuels in Rural Iowa
USDA Rural Development Invests $14 Million To Expand Access to Domestic Biofuels in Rural Iowa KSOM
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Recent study shows 1.6 million acres lost to development since 2001
A recent report from the University of Illinois show the Midwest has lost 1.6 million acres of productive farmland since 2001. Ohio State University professor emeritus, Carl Zulauf says the loss accounts for 1% of total farmland across eight states. “The loss of farm land reduces the production capacity of the country or actually puts more of…
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An unwelcome fast start to the severe weather season
An unwelcome fast start to the U.S. severe weather season WTW
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Ingenious Potato Ideas That Go Beyond the Dinner Plate
GREENWICH, N.Y. — From mashed potatoes to french fries, potatoes are already one of the most versatile vegetables on your dinner plate, but their uses don’t end there. Next time you have a bag of spuds, try some of these unique potato ideas like baking desserts, cleaning your home or upgrading your beauty routine. In…
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Congressman Sorenson: “My farmers need a farm bill”
A member of the U.S. House Ag Committee says his constituents need a modernized farm bill. Illinois Democrat Eric Sorenson says it was the top topic of conversation during his visit to the Illinois State Fair. “The reference price problem that we have, that was one thing that was hot on people’s minds.” He says,…
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Three Final Destinations For Mineral’s Tech And Patents Named
Three Final Destinations For Mineral’s Tech And Patents Named Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Yields contrast as UK harvest advances
Yields contrast as UK harvest advances: Grain market daily ahdb.org.uk
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Canada rail embargoes intensify ahead of potential work stoppage
If a labor deal isn’t reached before Aug. 22, it could be the first time that both of the country’s major railroads are simultaneously shut down.
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Grains See More Pressure After Beneficial Rains and Ahead of Crop Tour: Livestock Also Lower
Grains See More Pressure After Beneficial Rains and Ahead of Crop Tour: Livestock Also Lower Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Comparing the profitability of organic vs. conventional crops
Can organic farming be more profitable than conventional farming? Michael Langemeier, Associate director of Purdue University’s Center for Commercial Agriculture discusses his research findings. The post Comparing the profitability of organic vs. conventional crops appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
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John Deere reports net income of more than $1.7 billion for the third quarter
Deere & Company has reported a net income of more than $1.7 billion for the third quarter of this year, this is a decline from 2023, but better than expectations. Worldwide net sales decreased 17% to more than $13 billion and third-quarter sales dropped 11% to just over $40.5 billion through the first three quarters…
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Russian missiles pummel Odesa and Kharkiv; EU grain debate ‘political’
Russian missiles pummel Odesa and Kharkiv; EU grain debate ‘political’ – Kyiv agriculture minister MSN
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More crops, more farming practices should get a share of SAF credits, says Vilsack
More crops, more farming practices should get a share of SAF credits, says Vilsack Successful Farming
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Ukraine completes 2024 wheat harvest at 21.7 mln tons
Ukraine completes 2024 wheat harvest at 21.7 mln tons, ministry says Country Guide
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What economic factors should you consider with on-farm grain storage?
Grain IQ Podcast: What economic factors should you consider with on-farm grain storage? Rural Radio Network
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7 ag stories you can’t miss from Farm Progress
7 ag stories you can’t miss – August 16, 2024 Farm Progress
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Op-Ed: Dairy Farmers Should Be Wary of FMMO Changes
MADISON, Wis. — The flow of raw milk is a complex ecosystem where producers, processors and consumers are interconnected. One crucial aspect of this chain is the concept of “make allowances,” which refers to the margin or compensation processors receive for converting raw milk into consumable goods like cheeses. While this system is designed to…
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USDA Crop Forecasts Continue to Undergird Need for New Farm Bill
USDA crop forecasts this week add more grist to the argument for a new farm bill, with higher production, lower prices, and no relief in sight. World Ag Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski says, “Season average market price for soybeans, we lowered this month, 30 cents per bushel, now forecast at 10-dollars-and-80-cents per bushel. Yield…
