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Iowa’s corn harvest explained in 3 simple pie charts
Iowa’s corn harvest explained in 3 simple pie charts Successful Farming
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Don’t skip the green bridge after corn harvest
An agronomist with WestBred is reminding growers to let fields rest between corn harvest and winter wheat planting. Mark Lubbers, Technical Product Manager for the Central and Southern Plains, tells Brownfield a two-week break is one of the best defenses against wheat streak mosaic virus. “Because they have been receiving rain, we still have green…
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Iowa Corn and Soybean Harvest Begins
Iowa Corn and Soybean Harvest Begins KMCH.com
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Ag Landowners Encouraged to Apply for RCPP
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting applications for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). While NRCS accepts applications year-round, Florida producers and landowners should apply by November 1, 2024, to be considered for funding in the FY2025 current cycle. Through RCPP, NRCS co-invests with partners to implement…
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Considering less fall tillage
A carbon specialist wants farmers to consider doing less fall tillage. Clay Craighton with Agoro Carbon Alliance says depending on certain circumstances and soil types, tillage is necessary. “But do we need to do it to the extent that we normally did is the question. Where we used to field cultivate, could a vertical till…
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Merger between two of the world’s largest grain merchandisers is troubling
Merger between two of the world’s largest grain merchandisers is troubling Farmers Advance
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Farmers make changes for the better
Farmers make changes for the better Farm Progress
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Accidents, deaths, missing fingers common among farmers
It’s National Farm Safety Week: Accidents, deaths, missing fingers common among farmers Monroe Evening News
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Drought conditions cause early Ohio harvest
An agronomist based in northeast Ohio says the drought has matured crops faster and harvest is already underway. Brad Miller is with Dekalb/Asgrow. “In some areas south of Columbus, corn yields were in the 150 bushel range, very dry and some of the soybeans have come off at about 30 to 40 bushel per acre,” he says…
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Expecting Strong Corn and Soybean Yields Despite Disappointing End to the Season
Crop Consultant Missy Bauer Foresees Strong Corn and Soybean Yields Despite Disappointing End to the Season Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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USDA approves field study of bird flu vaccine for cattle
USDA approves field study of bird flu vaccine for cattle Capital Press
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OSU intensifies efforts to support farmers during drought
OSU intensifies efforts to support farmers during drought Farm Progress
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Southern Rust could impact yields in Nebraska
Corn and soybeans have been pressured by disease this growing season in Nebraska. Mike Gruener, with Wyffels Hybrids discusses some of the more prominent diseases, like Crown Rot and Southern Rust, that could impact yields. Brownfield interviewed Gruener at the 2024 Husker Harvest Days, near Grand Island, Nebraska. AUDIO: Mike Gruener, Wyffels Hybrids The post…
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Lower crop prices mostly responsible for net farm income decline
The director of the University of Missouri’s Food and Ag Policy Research Institute says lower crop prices take most of the blame for a continued decline in net farm income. Pat Westhoff tells Brownfield there’s lower crop prices across the board. “If you take all the major field crops: corn, soybeans, wheat and cotton, there’s…
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USDA Expands Plant-Based Options In Schools: “Sets the Groundwork for Lifetime Health”
USDA Expands Plant-Based Options In Schools: “Sets the Groundwork for Lifetime Health” VegNews
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Third year of farm income decline is on the horizon
Third year of farm income decline is on the horizon Successful Farming
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Organic milk production has soared despite volatile profit margins
Rising feed and operational costs are outweighing strong returns for organic dairy farmers.
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Financial planning key to navigating tough economy
Mallory Dugan, with Farm Credit Services of America discusses current trends in the ag economy. She explains why it’s important for farmers to sit down and take a look at their finances heading into 2025. Dugan was interviewed at the 2024 Husker Harvest Days, near Grand Island, Nebraska. AUDIO: Mallory Dugan, Farm Credit Services of…
