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Corn and Corn Starch Derivatives Market is growing at a CAGR of 4.20% in the forecast period (2024-2031)
Corn and Corn Starch Derivatives Market is growing at a CAGR of 4.20% in the forecast period (2024-2031) Newstrail
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Why Take Steps to Improve Soil Organic Matter?
FARGO, N.D. — As fall brings cooler temperatures, parts of North Dakota are experiencing low soil moisture, affecting both plants and soil microbes. Lower temperatures and moisture levels slow soil microbial activity and decrease microbial populations. Taking steps to build soil organic matter can help to maintain soil health and ensure sustainable farming practices, according…
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USDA announces $1.16 million in energy grants for Nebraska farms and small businesses
USDA announces $1.16 million in energy grants for Nebraska farms and small businesses KLKN
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Ground beef sent to restaurants nationwide recalled due to E. coli contamination
Ground beef sent to restaurants nationwide recalled due to E. coli contamination Local 5 – weareiowa.com
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Senate Ag Committee Members: 1 in 5 Farmers at Risk Financially
Senate Ag Committee Members: 1 in 5 Farmers at Risk Financially Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Much still to learn about soybean cyst nematode
There is still much to learn about the number one yield-robbing pest in soybeans. Iowa State University entomologist Greg Tylka has studied soybean cyst nematodes for decades and says he’s fascinated by the biology. “There will be decades more to learn about soybean cyst nematode, but in the short-term we need farmers to take advantage…
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Farm dangers both physical and mental
Farm dangers both physical and mental Farm Progress
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Improved quality elevating demand for beef
A cattle industry expert says improved quality has elevated demand for beef. Randy Blach, CEO of CattleFax says the U.S. cattle herd has declined, but quality has not. He tells Brownfield that continues to elevate the industry. “We actually ended up seeing about 350,000 more upper two-thirds choice in prime carcasses that were produced in…
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The importance of crop protection tool availability
The head of stakeholder affairs for Bayer Crop Science says ag groups want to ensure inputs are protected in 2025. Martha Smith says the Modern Ag Alliance aims to give farmers access to tools they need. “The alliance was founded by Bayer, but is supported by more than 85 organizations from across the U.S. at both…
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Light cash cattle trade Thursday
Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures were mostly lower ahead of widespread direct cash business and Friday’s USDA Cattle on Feed numbers. Feeders had support from the lower move in corn, also waiting for direct trade and the on feed report. December live was down $.70 at $185.60 and February was $.50 lower at $187.42.…
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Over 83 tons of ground beef recalled nationwide, illnesses reported: USDA
Over 83 tons of ground beef recalled nationwide, illnesses reported: USDA MSN
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USDA Announces $2 Billion to Strengthen Specialty Crops Sector
WASHINGTON — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the creation of new programs that will help farmers who grow fruits, vegetables, and nuts overcome market barriers for their products, and help producers access necessary pre-market storage for their crops following severe weather events, including recent hurricanes. Specifically, the new Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops initiative will…
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Over 83 tons of ground beef recalled nationwide, illnesses reported: USDA
Over 83 tons of ground beef recalled nationwide, illnesses reported: USDA KSNT News
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Animal ag sees wins and losses after election
The Animal Agriculture Alliance says local activists ballot initiatives had mixed results during the most recent election. Hannah Thompson Weeman points to petitions in California and Colorado. “On the very positive side, both measures in Denver and the measure in Sanoma County all failed,” she says. “Any of the measures that would have actually had…
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Long-term grazing’s impact on soil compaction
The impacts of long-term grazing on soil compaction have been studied by a team of researchers at the University of Nebraska. Hello, The study looked at the impacts of grazing in the fall and early spring and the effects it might have on compaction. We hear from beef specialist Mary Drewnoski about results of that…
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Flies can have long-lasting effects on cattle
An industry expert says flies can have long-lasting effects on cattle. Dennis Meyer, with Central Life Sciences, says fly bites can often lead to infection. “Which is the primary cause of contagious mastitis.” He says, “Once mastitis effects that animal’s mammary gland, she can’t produce enough milk to feed the calf properly. The result is…
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Conduit’s Cyber Week Highlights How to Cut Costs For Inputs
Conduit’s Cyber Week Highlights How to Cut Costs For Inputs Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
