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Large shareholder threatens to seek removal of AGCO directors
Large shareholder threatens to seek removal of AGCO directors The Atlanta Journal Constitution
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Bayer glyphosate sales jump despite mounting legal pressure
The crop science giant has stepped up lobbying efforts around the farm bill as it aims to shield itself from Roundup lawsuits.
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Economist says ag economy will continue to face pressure
An ag economist says he doesn’t expect the outlook for the farm economy to improve anytime soon. University of Missouri’s Scott Brown says profitability in the sector hasn’t been this slim since 2018-2019. “Input costs continue to be fairly high for producers of almost all our commodities, and labor stays high,” he says. “From a…
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K-State Researchers Uncover Keys to Stemming Wheat Production Losses Due to Drought
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Drought and late-emerging winter wheat dealt a mighty blow to growers in Kansas and other parts of the Midwest during the 2022-2023 growing season. But now, a group of Kansas State University researchers and several colleagues are punching back, releasing a set of findings that just may hold some clues on how…
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Large Loss of Midwest Farmland
The loss of agricultural land to different types of development is a long-standing topic at the national and state level. The University of Illinois’ Farmdoc Daily says development accounted for 55 percent of the 1.6 million acres lost in eight Midwestern states during the 21st Century. The states include Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri,…
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Changes coming to USDA’s FSA Farm Loan programs
Changes coming to USDA’s FSA Farm Loan programs Successful Farming
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Ensure Your Vision of Operation is 20/20 With an Agronomist
Experienced agronomist Erin Hightower explains how a recent eye doctor visit paralleled pesticide prescription discussions with growers. The post Ensure Your Vision of Operation is 20/20 With an Agronomist appeared first on CropLife.
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Farmers expect land rental rates to hold steady in 2025
Farmers expect land rental rates to hold steady in 2025 Successful Farming
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12 states report dented corn
12 states report dented corn Successful Farming
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What’s going on with the 2024 spring wheat harvest?
What’s going on with the 2024 spring wheat harvest? Successful Farming
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USDA Updating Collateral Requirements, Other Changes for Loan Program
USDA Updating Collateral Requirements, Other Changes for Loan Program DTN The Progressive Farmer
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District 1 candidates discuss farm bill, disaster relief at Farmfest
District 1 candidates discuss farm bill, disaster relief at Farmfest Mankato Free Press
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Farmfest holds panel on tips to surviving a down grain economy
Farmfest holds panel on tips to surviving a down grain economy Agweek
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Having a succession planning conversation
A research and extension specialist for Purdue University says for families who want to pass their operations onto the next generation, there needs to be a succession plan in place. Renee Wiatt says some farmers see it as a loss of control. “We know that farmers are very, very hesitant to hand over the rains…
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Dairy Distillery Alliance breaks ground on biofuel project
A new alliance plans to convert a milk byproduct into ethanol for sustainable aviation fuel. Canadian-based Dairy Distillery CEO Omid McDonald tells Brownfield this isn’t the first time the technology has been used. “In the ‘70s, there was a lot of focus on fermenting lactose to make ethanol to power cars during the oil crisis,”…
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Healthy soils fight crop stress
Farmers are finding healthier soil helps combat crop stress. Southern Illinois farmer Granvil Travis has been focused on building the health of his Massac County farm for the past several years. “Four or five years ago, we started doing a lot of tissue samples on a weekly basis.” He says, “I wasn’t able to get…
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Three Reasons Ranchers Brand Their Cattle
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Young cowboys sit on top of a corral fence, asking their dads when it’s their turn to rope. They’re excited but know to stay out of the way until they’re given the OK on the Elpers ranch in Kingman County. They’re getting a good view of more experienced cowboys as they separate…
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Cattle markets, input costs headline Rep. Hinson’s Women in Ag Roundtable
Some cattle producers say they are cautiously optimistic about the continued strength in the markets. Lisa Kubik of Traer tells Brownfield live and feeder cattle futures continue to trade near all-time highs. “Cattle prices the last couple of years have been great,” she said. “As a cattle producer ourselves, we’ve definitely benefited from that.” But…
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Aphids are Munching their Way through Illinois Corn Crop
Aphids are Munching their Way through Illinois Corn Crop Agweb Powered by Farm Journal