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Threatened Port Strike a Concern for Shippers
Shippers have less than two weeks to prepare contingency plans if workers strike at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports in the U.S. Composed of 85,000 members, the International Longshoremen’s Association is approaching the expiration of its master contract with the United States Maritime Alliance, or USMX, on September 30. The union’s chances of averting…
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Texas farmers have beef with new USDA RFID tagging rule, saying it will only help big guys
Texas famers have beef with new USDA RFID tagging rule, saying it will only help big guys  The Dallas Express
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Inflation eases in South Africa with agricultural implications
Inflation eases in South Africa with agricultural implications  FreshPlaza.com
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Higher costs and lower grain prices lead to lower farm earnings in 2023
Higher costs and lower grain prices lead to lower farm earnings in 2023Â Â Successful Farming
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Frozen farms: Harsh weather hits SA farmers hard
Frozen farms: Harsh weather hits farmers hard  Food For Mzansi
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October lean hog futures end down
October lean hog futures end down – CMEÂ Â The Pig Site
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States Experiencing the Worst Droughts This Year
States Experiencing the Worst Droughts This Year  Casper Star-Tribune
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Propane Consumers Plan Ahead for Harvest, Winter
DES MOINES, Iowa — With harvest upon us and the winter months approaching, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is reminding propane consumers to top off their propane tanks. With strong supply and prices comparable to the start of last year’s heating season, this is a good time for propane users to ensure their home…
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Seasonal Reminders for Ventilation Maintenance, Pump-Out Safety
AMES, Iowa – Fall is a great time to plan for seasonal ventilation maintenance and manure pit pump-out. Iowa State University extension agriculture and biosystems engineer Brett Ramirez said taking time now will help ensure these critical steps are completed before cold weather. “It’s critical to get barns ready for winter to help reduce heating…
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Dedication to Trees
BRAYMER, Mo. – Jim Ball says his motivation to plant trees comes from his love for the outdoors developed while growing up hunting, fishing, hiking and camping in Braymer, Mo. Ball put that outdoor experience to use during Army training in places like Panama, where he was designated a jungle expert, followed by a yearlong…
