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Evaluating Rotations of Cover Crops, Summer Annual Forages
AMES, Iowa — Thursday, March 13 at 1 p.m. CT, Iowa Learning Farms, in partnership with the Iowa Nutrient Research Center and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, is hosting a free virtual field day on Thursday, March 13 at 1 p.m. CT. Join us for a live discussion with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Beef Specialists Chris Clark, Erika…
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Farm Credit system seeing impact of down ag economy
The slumping ag economy is having real world impacts. Bill Davis, CEO of Oklahoma Ag Credit, told the 123rd annual convention of the National Farmers Union in Oklahoma City that concerns are mounting across the countryside. “We haven’t seen default stress in our portfolio generally yet, but we are concerned about the trends that we’re…
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BioSolids: Right Goal, Wrong Direction
SEATTLE, WA — In the final days of the Biden administration, the Environmental Protection Agency released a draft report assessing the risk of biosolids – that’s the term for a fertilizer recycled from our wastewater — as it pertains to PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), commonly known as “forever chemicals.” This group of 3,000-plus manmade…
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Use Sacrifice Pastures Now
STOCKTON, Mo. — “Cattle producers welcome the rain, but it leads to muddy pastures and proper management is needed for optimum grazing the rest of the year,” says Patrick Davis MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist. Davis feels sacrifice pastures may be needed to help in promoting forage production for the rest of the grazing season.…
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Starting Clean
Planting for 2025 is just around the corner, and having a clean seedbed will help give young soybean plants a good start. Jeff Moon, Market Development Specialist at Corteva, offers advice on how growers can prepare for the season. The post Starting Clean appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
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KMMO Ag Day
Brownfield’s Carah Hart covers the KMMO Ag Day in Malta Bend, MO. The post KMMO Ag Day appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
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National Farmers Union Announces Launch of $25 Million Farmers Capital Fund to Drive Agricultural Innovation
OKLAHOMA CITY – National Farmers Union today announced the launch of the Farmers Capital Fund, a $25 million investment initiative dedicated to supporting early- and growth-stage companies that accelerate agricultural productivity while advancing the economic success of family farmers and ranchers. By investing in innovative, economically sustainable solutions, the Farmers Capital Fund will promote cutting-edge technologies, operational…
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Farmers Put Plans, Investments on Hold Under Trump USDA Spending Freeze
Farmers Put Plans, Investments on Hold Under Trump USDA Spending Freeze U.S. News & World Report
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Mass Terminations Have Cut USDA ‘Off at the Knees,’ Ex-Employees Say
Mass Terminations Have Cut USDA ‘Off at the Knees,’ Ex-Employees Say The Good Men Project
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Farmers Face Challenges with Policy Changes and Staff Turnover
Farmers Face Challenges with Policy Changes and Staff Turnover Red River Farm Network
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Iowa Corn Farmers Thank AG Bird for Support of Year-Round E15
JOHNSTON, Iowa — Access to nationwide year-round E15 is a win for both consumers and farmers. That is why the Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) thanks Attorney General Brenna Bird for urging Congress to pass a bipartisan bill that will grant nationwide access to E15. “Attorney General Bird has been a long-time advocate and supporter…
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Soy Growers: Tariffs are Not ‘Fun’; Farmers Frustrated
MANKATO, Minn. — Directors with both the American Soybean Association (ASA) and Minnesota Soybean Growers Association (MSGA) have for years consistently maintained their position that they do not support the use of tariffs, which threaten important markets and raise input costs for farmers, as a negotiation tactic. The interconnected nature of agricultural supply chains means…
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DOJ investigating major egg producers amid soaring prices: Sources
DOJ investigating major egg producers amid soaring prices: Sources ABC News
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Registration open for 2025 Great Plains Conference, “Wild Great Plains”
Registration open for 2025 Great Plains Conference, “Wild Great Plains” Rural Radio Network
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With egg prices predicted to soar, state ag commissioners welcome USDA bird flu dollars
With egg prices predicted to soar, state ag commissioners welcome USDA bird flu dollars AOL
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Nebraska USDA workers face unprecedented layoffs
Nebraska USDA workers face unprecedented layoffs KMAland
