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Rewilding the Front Lawn: Bee-Friendly Gardens and Sustainable Landscaping
GREENWICH, N.Y. — Throughout the 1940s, Americans adopted what eventually became the stereotypical vision of suburban living in the United States. The white picket fence and manicured green lawn were the goals of homeowners, creating an allure of the perfect family. Based on results from the 2023 National Gardening Survey, that imagery may be a thing…
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The Surprising Story of How Chicken Wings Became America’s Favorite Finger Food
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Chicken wings are a common finger food at restaurants, bars, sports kickbacks and parties. But they weren’t always the favorite appetizer they are today. Initially made as a quick snack, chicken wings have had a surprising rise to become America’s most popular finger food. Traditional chicken wings are deep-fried and coated with…
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In Search of a Smarter Sensor
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Every year, Missouri farmers lose millions of dollars in valuable nutrients that wash away into rivers and lakes. These nutrients — nitrates and phosphates found in fertilizers — are crucial for plant growth, but they wreak havoc on aquatic life when they end up in waterways.University of Missouri researcher Matthias Young believes…
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Farms brace for grasshopper invasion
Western states are allocating millions of dollars to mitigate pest-related crop losses, which have been a serious problem as water restrictions increase. https://www.agriculturedive.com/news/farms-brace-for-grasshopper-invasion/721907/
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Perdue not interested in return to USDA
Perdue not interested in return to USDA The Fence Post
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Corn aphids causing concern
The outreach agronomist with the Illinois Soybean Association says corn aphids are causing concerns. Stephanie Porter tells Brownfield several areas are seeing elevated numbers of the pest. “The scary thing about the aphids is they can explode quickly.” She says, “They do like cool conditions. It also is an indicator of stress.” She says high…
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Cattle Rally on Positive Cattle on Feed Placements: Hogs and Grains Also Higher
Cattle Rally on Positive Cattle on Feed Placements: Hogs and Grains Also Higher Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Pork demand is uncharacteristically declining
Pork demand is uncharacteristically declining RFD-TV
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Why Having Risk Management Strategies In Place Is So Important
Why Having Risk Management Strategies In Place Is So Important Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Russian wheat export prices hold steady over the past week, shipments remain scarce
Russian wheat export prices hold steady over the past week, shipments remain scarce Flip the Media
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Market Volatility Anticipated in Reaction to Changing Political Dynamics
Market Volatility Anticipated in Reaction to Changing Political Dynamics Red River Farm Network
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Retrofit kits: Old machines, new technology
Summer Series: Old machines,new technology Country Guide
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Feds give Minnesota unprecedented $200 million to reduce carbon footprint in the food system
Feds give Minnesota unprecedented $200 million to reduce carbon footprint in the food system Star Tribune
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Sen. Klobuchar Recognized with NCGA President’s Award
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. — The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) recognized Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) with its prestigious President’s Award on July 18 during its summer Corn Congress meeting in Washington, D.C. “Sen. Klobuchar is a tireless advocate for corn growers,” said Minnesota farmer and NCGA President Harold Wolle. “She thoroughly understands the agricultural community and…
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Despite Low Demand, Fertilizer Prices Remain High
Fertilizer prices remain higher despite agriculture being past the high-demand spring season. Josh Linville of StoneX says that multiple global factors are the reason prices have stayed high. Lower European production is the first reason as skyrocketing natural gas prices have cut EU production by 25 percent. Brazil is another reason as high costs have…
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Purdue Researchers and USDA Are Finding Ways to Bury Carbon Beneath Our Feet – Morning Ag Clips –
Purdue Researchers and USDA Are Finding Ways to Bury Carbon Beneath Our Feet Morning Ag Clips –
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Farmland loss: Where will we draw the line?
Farmland loss: Where will we draw the line? Farm Progress
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What Biden bombshell means for ag
What Biden bombshell means for ag POLITICO
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Much Needed Rain Also Brings Pesky Mosquitoes
STILLWATER, Okla. — Parts of Oklahoma have received ample rainfall in the past few weeks. While the rain is welcome, puddles of stagnant water can harbor unwelcome guests. These pockets of water are breeding grounds for mosquitoes. The rain certainly can green up the landscape, cool things down and make outdoor time more enjoyable, but…
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Typical mid-summer heat, humidity & rainfall chances this week for much of the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures nationwide, except for cooler-than-normal conditions in the Pacific Northwest and an area stretching from the southern Plains into the Tennessee Valley and lower Mississippi Valley. Meanwhile, near- or above-normal rainfall across most of the country should contrast with drier-than-normal…
