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Future of AI in agriculture explored at International Conference on Precision Agriculture
Exploring the possibilities of using artificial intelligence in agriculture. That’s a topic discussed Monday at the International Conference on Precision Agriculture, in Manhattan, Kansas. Ohio State University professor Scott Shearer says AI is still in its infancy but has potential to transform agriculture. For example… “We’re seeing with this technology, the ability to reduce herbicide applications and…
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EPA gives Nebraska $307 million to cut ‘climate pollution’
Nebraska’s Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) is receiving $307 million in federal funds to tackle climate pollution. The funds are the largest amount ever awarded to the state from the Environmental Protection Agency. NDEE will use the money to implement voluntary programs with the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Projects may include energy…
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Tale Of Survival: Kentucky Farmer Shares About His Rescue From A Grain Bin
Tale Of Survival: Kentucky Farmer Shares About His Rescue From A Grain Bin  Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Ukraine delivers 160 thousand tons of agricultural produce as part of World Food Program
Ukraine delivers 160 thousand tons of agricultural produce as part of World Food Programme  Букви
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New Study Shows Iowa Ag Even Stronger Driver of Economy
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa’s 86,911 family farms continue to be a key driver of Iowa’s economy, contributing 32 percent more to the state economy than in 2017, according to a new study commissioned by the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF). The study shows that more than 22 percent of Iowa’s total economic…
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Recent rainfall benefits Indiana crop progress
Cooler weather and continuous rainfall helped alleviate drought conditions across the state. According to the latest crop and conditions report from the USDA, corn is rated ​69 percent good to excellent with ​66 percent silking. Soybeans are ​67 percent blooming with condition rated ​68 percent good to excellent. Winter wheat is ​97 percent harvested, ahead of last…
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Tennessee crops face ongoing drought
Drought conditions are worsening for Tennessee crops despite some rain last week. USDA says corn condition dropped to 52 percent good to excellent with 87 percent of the crop silking and 48 percent in the dough stage. Cotton is 87 percent squared, 52 percent setting bolls, and the crop is rated 55 percent good to…
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Public Lands Coalition Files Lawsuit Against BLM Rule
WASHINGTON — Leaders of national organizations representing those who utilize our nation’s public lands have joined together to file a lawsuit against the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) new public lands rule. Under the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (FLPMA), the BLM is responsible for balancing the multiple use of public lands for…
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Grain market review: Coarse grains
Grain market review: Coarse grains  World Grain
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NMPF Economists Find Much to Like in USDA Pricing Plan
ARLINGTON, Va. — USDA’s plan for modernizing the Federal Milk Marketing Order system aligns well with the principles outlined in NMPF’s own proposals, NMPF economists Peter Vitaliano and Stephen Cain said in a Dairy Defined Podcast released today. Still, analysis is ongoing, and NMPF will be suggesting improvements during a public comment period that lasts through mid-September. “It’s…
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Remaking wheat as ingredient vs. commodity
Remaking wheat as ingredient vs. commodity  World Grain
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Stronger livestock prices buoy rural property market
Stronger livestock prices buoy rural property market  Grain Central
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Corn Sales for Overseas Delivery Declines
The USDA says sales of corn to overseas buyers declined during the week ending on July 11 while wheat and soybean sales rose. Corn sales for delivery in the 2023-2024 marketing year totaled 437,800 metric tons. That’s down 19 percent from the prior week and 10 percent from the previous four-week average. Japan was the…
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New Members Selected to Serve on NCGA’s Board
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. — The National Corn Growers Association elected four new farmers to its corn board this week. The organization also re-elected a farmer currently serving on the board. Those elected were Jon Miller of Pleasantville, Ohio; Jason Lewis, of Henderson, Neb.; Dan Nerud, of Dorchester, Neb.; and Jay Schutte, of Benton City, Mo. Randy…
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300+ Agriculture Groups Call on EPA to Reform Endangered Species Act Processes
Washington, D.C. July 22, 2024. More than 300 agricultural groups, including the American Soybean Association and American Sugarbeet Growers Association, have called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to work with stakeholders to reform its Endangered Species Act processes for pesticides. In a letter signed by 318 organizations representing hundreds of thousands of farmers, the groups contend…
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Derecho Tears Through Heart of Corn Belt
Derecho Tears Through Heart of Corn Belt  DTN The Progressive Farmer
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Cutting barriers to trade: Chief ag negotiator details challenges, opportunities
Cutting barriers to trade: Chief ag negotiator details challenges, opportunities  Agri-News
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Solid gains for soybeans, corn, wheat
Soybeans were sharply higher on commercial and technical buying, with August able to move, and close, above $11. Forecasts generally look hotter and drier in western growing areas starting midweek, while, for the near-term, conditions generally look better for eastern and southern areas. The USDA says 68% of U.S. soybeans are in good to excellent…
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Kamala Harris Talks ‘Climate Change’
Here’s Where Kamala Harris Stands on Climate  The New York Times
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Advocating for agriculture: Farmers visit Washington to stress need for trade, insurance programs
Advocating for agriculture: Farmers visit Washington to stress need for trade, insurance programs  Agri-News
