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GFB President Tom McCall Statement on Hurricane Helene
MACON, Ga. – Georgia Farm Bureau President Tom McCall issued the following statement in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene: “Our thoughts and prayers go out to all Georgians facing the devastation of Hurricane Helene. While we are still assessing the extent of its impact, this storm has already disrupted lives and caused significant damage, particularly…
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A Better U.S.-Mexico Trade Relationship Is Coming, Ag Economist Predicts
A Better U.S.-Mexico Trade Relationship Is Coming, Ag Economist Predicts Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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The Average Time for First Frosts is Upon Us
The Average Time for First Frosts is Upon Us DTN The Progressive Farmer
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A mild to unseasonably warm, largely dry pattern ahead for most of the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures nationwide, with areas from the Pacific Coast to the High Plains having the greatest likelihood of experiencing warm weather. Meanwhile, near- or below-normal precipitation across much of the country should contrast with wetter-than-normal weather along and east of a line from southeastern…
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Dry Fall
LINCOLN, Neb. — With dry conditions this fall, Nebraska livestock producers face several challenges, particularly regarding pasture health, alfalfa harvest timing, and late-seeded annual forages. Drought reduces forage growth and quality, making pastures more vulnerable to overgrazing. This causes long-term damage to plant health and slows regrowth. To avoid this, adjust grazing rotations to allow…
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Agricultural losses from Hurricane Helene continue to mount in North Florida
Agricultural losses from Hurricane Helene continue to mount in North Florida WUSF
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Fla. Ag Sector Asked to Share Impacts of Storm
Fla. Ag Sector Asked to Share Impacts of Storm Morning Ag Clips –
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Dry weather causes safety problems for Minnesota farmers as combine fires increase
Dry weather causes safety problems for Minnesota farmers as combine fires increase CBS News
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Rains provide some Ohio drought relief
Hurricane Helene brought several drought ridden Ohio counties rain relief. According to the latest crop progress and conditions report from the USDA, corn is rated 39 percent good to excellent with 96 percent dented, 70 percent mature, 16 percent harvested for grain, and 91 percent harvested for silage. Soybeans are rated 44 percent good to excellent, with 86 percent…
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Corn Belt farmers see additional drought expansion
A climatologist says drought conditions continue to expand across the Corn Belt. “In contrast to all that we heard from the Southeast, we’ve gone completely the opposite way,” said Dennis Todey, director of USDA’s Midwest Climate Hub. Todey says the ongoing dryness should give farmers many consecutive days to harvest their crops. “We’re going to…
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National Weather Service is making changes to cold weather headlines this season
National Weather Service is making changes to cold weather headlines this season WQAD Moline
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Farmers make most of warm, dry September
Farmers across much of the Midwest are taking advantage of a warm and dry start to fall. Chelsea Ferrie with Practical Farmers of Iowa says a lot of fieldwork has been accomplished this month. “There’s a wide range of people that are reporting back, a lot of people started harvest, which is good, who are…
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500 Miles of Destruction: Hurricane Helene’s impact on ag across the southeast
500 Miles of Destruction: Hurricane Helene’s impact on ag across the southeast RFD-TV
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Returning Home After Helene
RALEIGH, N.C. — Returning home after a major disaster is often filled with challenges and dangers. The conditions you face can be overwhelming. It’s essential to approach your return with caution and a well-informed strategy to ensure your safety and that of your family. Disaster Areas Do not enter a disaster area unless local authorities…
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Hurricane Helene halts poultry plants, damages pecan trees
Hurricane Helene halts poultry plants, damages pecan trees Farm Progress
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U.S. Southeast Faces Daunting Cleanup from Helene as Death Toll Rises
U.S. Southeast Faces Daunting Cleanup from Helene as Death Toll Rises Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Several W.Va. and Ohio counties declared natural disaster areas due to drought
Several W.Va. and Ohio counties declared natural disaster areas due to drought MSN
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Extreme Weather Around the World Risks Boosting Food Bills
Extreme Weather Around the World Risks Boosting Food Bills BNN Bloomberg
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Death toll soars in US from storm Helene, North Carolina reeling
Death toll soars in US from storm Helene, North Carolina reeling The Witness | Your compass in the community
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Helene kills at least 90, homes and memories washed away
Helene kills at least 90, homes and memories washed away Reuters
