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Weakening Farm Income Prospects Weigh on Farmer Sentiment
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The August Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped 13 points from July to a reading of 100, echoing levels seen from fall 2015 to winter 2016 during the early stages of a significant downturn in the U.S. farm economy. The Index of Current Conditions also dropped 17 points to 83, while the…
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Why egg prices are becoming expensive again
An expert said continued bird flu challenges across U.S. poultry farms have caught up to the markets at the wholesale and retail levels.
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Koch completes controversial $3.6B fertilizer plant acquisition
The sale was widely panned by lawmakers and agricultural groups, who said it further consolidates the market at the expense of taxpayers.
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USDA to measure bee colony loss
USDA to measure bee colony loss  WGRZ.com
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ASTA Promotes Safe Handling and Storage of Treated Seed During Harvest
Alexandria, VA—September 3, 2024— As harvest begins across the country, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) reminds farmers about the importance of taking precautions to ensure treated seed does not enter the grain supply. Seed treatments provide farmers with an economical means of protecting seeds and seedlings against early-season insect pests and diseases—resulting in stronger and…
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Road safety tips for motorists and farm equipment drivers
Road safety tips for motorists and farm equipment drivers  Farm Progress
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K-State Scientists Report Corn Stunt Disease in Kansas
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State University plant pathologists and entomologists are reporting the first known case of corn stunt disease in Kansas, coming on the heels of reports in neighboring Oklahoma and Missouri. Row crop plant pathologist Rodrigo Onofre said that as of Aug. 29, corn stunt disease and associated symptoms have been confirmed in…
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Harvest Season Underway In North Dakota
(Bismarck, ND) — Tractors and combines are a common sight across North Dakota’s farm fields right now as harvest season is in full swing. Now that the weather is drier, farmers are harvesting a variety of crops, and they say canola yields are looking especially promising. While drought, hail, flooded fields, and fungus caused some…
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Florida citrus acreage down 17 percent, production up 12 percent
Florida citrus acreage down 17 percent, production up 12 percent  FreshPlaza.com
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How Big Will This Year’s US Corn Crop Get?
How Big Will This Year’s US Corn Crop Get?  Hoosier Ag Today
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Tire traffic is harder on alfalfa than many farmers think
Brian Luck with the University of Wisconsin has studied field traffic with different types of machines and tires and what that does to alfalfa stands, and the field’s ability to remain productive. The post Tire traffic is harder on alfalfa than many farmers think appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
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USDA releases updated guidelines on meat, poultry labels
USDA releases updated guidelines on meat, poultry labels  The Pig Site
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USDA Targets Greenwashing with Misleading ‘Climate-Friendly’ Meat Claims
USDA Targets Greenwashing with Misleading ‘Climate-Friendly’ Meat Claims  Green Queen Media
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Generational Farming Methods
While working his land, farmer Robert Alpers in Prairie Home, MO actively thinks about how important his farming methods are to those who will farm after him. Alpers says that conservation on their farm means keeping the soil in place, productive, and ready for the next generation. The post Generational Farming Methods appeared first on…
