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The program will be introduced initially to row-crop farmers in Illinois, Indiana and Iowa.
The latest Ag Economy Barometer found between 30% and 40% of those surveyed say they are aware of opportunities to get paid for sequestering carbon. Yet, to date, only a small group has actually engaged in discussions.
World food prices rose for a 10th consecutive month in March, hitting their highest level since June 2014, led by jumps in vegetable oils, meat and dairy indices, the United Nations food agency said on Thursday.
As the 2021 bull market continues, it’s leading to a growing level of optimism from farmers. The latest Ag Economy Barometer from Purdue University/CME group shows farmer sentiments rose to 177 this month.
A U.S. Farm Report viewer had a comment about a socialism, and so John Phipps is digging into the basics of socialism today.
As farmers farm for ROI, equipment purchases aren’t always a yearly decision, but one ag lender says there are things farmer can do to ensure equipment purchases add to a farm’s balance sheet, versus extract profits.
Are the roaring twenties back? John Phipps breaks down the economics at play in 2021.
For perspective, there were fewer mining-related fatalities (24) than so called confined-space fatalities (39) documented in 2019.
Improving farm profitability is more important than ever, so is sustaining the environment and waterways.
As stewards of the land, farmers respect nature. By planting forested buffers within 35 feet of all streams on their farms, farmers can protect waterways and build habitats.
An Illinois farmer had an important role in creating an exciting aspect of basketball. FarmWeekNow.com shares the story behind the invention of the breakaway rim, an invention that changed the game of basketball.
There is considerable diversity in the carbon opportunities available today, and not all incentives have to come in the form of a formal credit with a long list of associated stipulations.
The maneuvers to try to refloat the mega container ship Ever Given, stranded in the Suez Canal since last Tuesday, have been successful early this Monday.
We asked you to share your favorite Suez Canal memes and you didn’t disappoint!
Problems at ports are magnifying a surge in container shipping costs. And those costs are now showing up as farmers and ranchers source farming supplies.
Oklahoma State University Extension has accepted the challenge of tackling a pervasive lack of rural internet connectivity.
Five-year dicamba registrations have given growers extended certainty on expectations, and Bayer has stepped up to the challenge with clear, concise tools farmers can use now.
Farm Credit Mid-America returns a record $200 million to eligible customers this month. Watch to learn more.
Time is running out to apply for the Paycheck Protection Program.
This month marks the start of the 145th year of Farm Journal magazine.
Have you stopped to think what’s next for your operation?
A diverse group of 62 organizations is building a national infrastructure program for and around carbon markets through its public-private partnership in the Ecosystems Services Market Consortium.
Farmers’ use of conservation practices such as cover crops and no-till varies greatly across the Corn Belt. But in southeast Iowa, there’s a county with a long and widespread tradition of innovation and early adoption.
The Rural Mainstreet Index for March soared to a record-high 71.9. March represents the fifth time in the past six months the index climbed above growth neutral.
The program was in eight states in 2020.
Some agriculture companies think agriculture could be the solution in major corporations working to become carbon neutral. Sustainable practices may also be a focus for a new Adminstration with a possible policy shift.
Ecosystem services offer revenue streams and clauses to navigate.
The partners will be able to offer carbon credits on more than 20,000 acres of land.
Curious how carbon markets can add new revenue streams to your farm? Hear from producers who are exploring the possibilities of carbon markets and learn the ins and outs from carbon-market experts and scientists.