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A photo tour of the 59th National Farm Machinery Show and Championship Tractor Pull
A photo tour of the 59th National Farm Machinery Show and Championship Tractor Pull Farmers Advance
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Are You Listening to Your Cows?
MADISON, Wis. — Comfortable cows are generally healthier, more productive and less stressed – and it’s no secret that cow comfort directly influences milk production and your bottom line. A recent study shows that for every hour of lying time beyond 10 hours, cows can produce up to 3.5 more pounds of milk per day. But…
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Farmers bracing against unknowns
Many farmers are making plans for the 2025 growing season with several unknowns hanging over agriculture. Rob Shaffer, American Soybean Association board member, says an outdated farm safety net is worrisome. “Because it sets the ARC and PLC five-year prices, so we can plan a little harder versus this piece meal stuff of just giving…
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What to Expect During USDA’s Ag Outlook Forum This Week
What to Expect During USDA’s Ag Outlook Forum This Week Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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AFBF reports farm bankruptcies up
An American Farm Bureau Federation economist says farm bankruptcy numbers continue to grow. Economist Samantha Ayoub says many of the Chapter 12 farm bankruptcies were filed in the Midwest. “In the Midwest, that had by far the most bankruptcies in general at 71 filings in 2024, which was a 69% increase from 2023.” Ayoub says…
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Colorado farmers and ranchers hit by Trump administration funding cuts, suspecting DEI language played a role
Colorado farmers and ranchers hit by Trump administration funding cuts, suspecting DEI language played a role Colorado Public Radio
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Local farms challenge USDA Salmonella rules: ‘less locally sourced food and higher prices’
Local farms challenge USDA Salmonella rules: ‘less locally sourced food and higher prices’ The Providence Journal
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5 highlights from New York Farm Show
5 highlights from New York Farm Show Farm Progress
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It’s Time to Complete Your Planter Maintenance for Spring Seeding
It’s Time to Complete Your Planter Maintenance for Spring Seeding Lancaster Farming
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OEM Leaders Share Precision Vision for 2025 & Beyond
OEM Leaders Share Precision Vision for 2025 & Beyond Farm Equipment
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CattleCon 2026 Heads to the Heart of Nashville
CENTENNIAL, Colo. – Downtown Nashville, Tennessee, will host CattleCon 2026, Feb. 3-5, 2026. The largest cattle industry event of the year will be held in the heart of Music City, home of honky-tonks, history and hearty food. Thousands of cattlemen and women will gather to learn, conduct business, network and enjoy the sights, sounds and…
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In the Weeds: Amaranth Genomes Reveal Secrets of Success
URBANA, Ill. — Weeds like Palmer amaranth make farming harder and less profitable, and available herbicides are becoming less effective. For scientists to find solutions, they first need to know their enemy. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and collaborating institutions reveals complete chromosome-level genomes for Palmer and two other Amaranthus species, smooth and redroot pigweed. The advancement represents a…
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Don’t bet the farm on crop insurance alone – here’s why
Don’t bet the farm on crop insurance alone – here’s why Farm Progress
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Brevant seeds highlights importance of FFA, ag education
A retail sales agronomist with Brevant seeds says FFA is helping shape the next generation of ag leaders. Caleb Quinlan says FFA gives students a chance to gain industry experience before they start their careers. “Being an FFA alumni, I thoroughly enjoyed my time wearing the blue jacket. I think everyone should have the opportunity…
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Ag land values see downward pressure
Farmland prices have been softening in the Midwest, and an ag economist says it shouldn’t come as a surprise. Ernie Goss is with Creighton University says the latest Rural Mainstreet Index shows U.S. farmland prices fell for the ninth time in the last 10 months. “It’s what we expected and certainly what the bankers expected,”…
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Knowing your numbers will keep you out of trouble
Knowing your numbers will keep you out of trouble Farm Progress
