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2024 Soybean Microbial Product Trials
RALEIGH, N.C. — The NC State Soil Microbiome Extension program conducted small plot field trials in 2024 evaluating microbial biostimulant seed treatments. Microbial biostimulants are beneficial organisms (bacteria and fungi) that may support plant health and increase crop yield by increasing plant nutrient access/efficiency or enhancing plant stress tolerance. The objective of this study was to evaluate…
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Farmers Who Stand Strong With Trump on Tariffs Say Long-Term Gain is Worth Short-Term Pain
Farmers Who Stand Strong With Trump on Tariffs Say Long-Term Gain is Worth Short-Term Pain AgWeb
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Mapping the Earth’s Crops
Mapping the Earth’s Crops Farms.com
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Researcher stuns farmers with revolutionary crop that could help solve food crisis: ‘We’re just getting started’
Researcher stuns farmers with revolutionary crop that could help solve food crisis: ‘We’re just getting started’ The Cool Down
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Maximizing corn ROI
An extension agronomist has some advice for corn farmers looking to maximize return on investment. Jeff Coulter with the University of Minnesota says fertilizer rates should be looked at. “Simply going with the University of Minnesota Extension guidelines for fertilizer rates can many times save quite a bit of money without sacrificing yield.” He tells…
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Producer Sentiment Slips Due to Rising Policy Uncertainty
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Farmer sentiment declined in March as concerns over agricultural trade and farm policy weighed on producers’ outlook for the future. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell 12 points to a reading of 140, down from 152 a month earlier. Contributing to the weakened sentiment in March was a 15-point drop in…
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Can Farms Survive Without the Power Grid?
KELLER, TX – Modern agriculture depends heavily on reliable electricity. Farms need consistent power to function efficiently, from irrigation systems to automated feeding systems in livestock operations. As utility costs rise and extreme weather events cause more frequent outages, farmers across the country are looking beyond traditional power sources. The question many are asking is…
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Brownfield Ag News announces partnership with WOWO
It was this week in 1925, radio station WOWO debuted in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Brownfield Ag News radio network is pleased to announce the heritage ag radio station has joined the network. “Congratulations to WOWO on a century of local radio!” said Cyndi Young, Director of Brownfield. “Brownfield is uniquely qualified to provide agricultural programming…
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USDA Decides to Delivers on Rural Energy Commitments
USDA Decides to Delivers on Rural Energy Commitments AgNet West
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Stable Sugar Market Halts USDA Sugar Plan
Stable Sugar Market Halts USDA Sugar Plan Farms.com
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Some Texas Corn Farmers May Switch to Planting Cotton Due to Dry Conditions
Although corn and sorghum planting continues to progress across Texas, agronomists suggest that some farmers might switch from planting acres in corn and sorghum to cotton this year amidst continuing drought. In West Central Texas, Reagan Noland, an assistant professor and extension agronomist for Texas A&M University, said both corn and sorghum acreage will be…
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Corn Acres Will Top 95 Million in 2025, USDA Says
Corn Acres Will Top 95 Million in 2025, USDA Says Farm Policy News
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FSA has answers about ECAP program
Producers are signing up for the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) for the 2024 crop year, but some still have questions about how to sign up and what they are eligible for. Wisconsin Farm Service Agency director Greg Biba explains how to sign up and find answers about the program The post FSA has answers…
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Think Through Barn Repairs Before Rebuilding
LAGRANGE, Ind. — A series of recent storms damaged some barns and homes in the area. Jeff Burbrink, Purdue Extension’s Agriculture Educator in LaGrange County, offered some advice on repairing those structures. Burbrink urged caution around damaged buildings. There are often hazards like nails, splintered boards and unstable walls or roofs. Protective eyewear, sturdy shoes…
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What state is expected to plant the most corn acres in 2025?
What state is expected to plant the most corn acres in 2025? Successful Farming
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USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins visits Iowa, discusses tariffs and Iowa’s Summer EBT waiver
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins visits Iowa, discusses tariffs and Iowa’s Summer EBT waiver KGAN
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Understanding Farm Depreciation for 2025
Understanding Farm Depreciation for 2025 Farm Equipment