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Today’s agriculture headlines and expert perspectives serving farmers, ranchers, crop consultants, livestock nutritionists and the entire U.S. ag community.
How is FFA growing the next generation of leaders who will change the world? For many, growth occurs during the National FFA Convention & Expo. Here are tips to help attendees (and family members) prepare.
Samuel Taylor, senior analyst for farm inputs at Rabobank, says U.S. wholesale fertilizer prices are down 25% to 50% — with variances resulting from timing and product type.
Scientists from the Agricultural Research Service have identified several different species of fungi and bacteria that can stop tar spot from developing.
With odds stacked against him, Kevin Engel, 2023 Top Producer of the Year finalist, has prevailed.
According to USDA’s crop progress report, 59% of corn and 76% of soybeans have been harvested so far.
In a statement, the company said: “We are continuing ongoing discussions with potential partners and investors that would push forward the company’s products, platform, and science.”
Leading financial experts underscore the importance of farmers understanding the do’s and don’ts of a Line of Credit that will help producers during the downside of the rollercoaster markets they have gotten to know.
Knowing your cost of production allows you to make changes — you can’t improve what you don’t measure.
A fifth-generation farmer who primarily grows corn and soybeans, Kyle Mehmen knew he wanted more than typical farm consulting.
Achieving high corn yields begins with a plan that sets you up for success. The better the strategy, the better your odds of maximizing productivity.
While the importance of organic matter is generally understood, we continue to struggle as an industry to put that knowledge into action.
Effective Jan. 1, 2024, Jeff Rowe will be CEO of Syngenta Group.
Advocating for something you care about has risks. Step into leadership with these tips.
Poncho Votivo Precise from BASF offers a combination of protection to address nematodes and early-season insects in soybeans. The product contains a biological and insecticide.
Weather in Brazil is as big of a market mover as forecasts in the U.S. Why has Brazil grown so aggressively? One economist recently spent six months in Brazil and says a combination of factors is aiding their growth.
Recently a new theory of comprehending Chinese government action has emerged and seems plausible if not likely: Xi Jinping may not be the sharpest pencil in the box, even borderline incompetent.
Farmers are opting to tap into their savings from recent prosperous years instead of taking out loans at the highest interest rates since 2007, according to surveys conducted by regional Federal Reserve banks.
It’s a tale of two crops in South Dakota with corn yields exceeding expectations while soybeans missed those late season rains and have been overall disappointing.
Bush Hog says “we’re not just about cutting grass; we’re about cutting out cancer, too! We’re proud to announce that we’ll be donating $10,000 towards breast cancer research.”
“I’m announcing that Syngenta, a Chinese state-owned agrichemical company, must give up its land holdings in Arkansas,” emphasized Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders.
It’s been estimated that agriculture could account for 80% of the commercial drone market, according to the Association of Unmanned Vehicles Systems International (AUVIS).
What is vertical farming and how can it set you up for future government incentives? Ken Ferrie, Farm Journal field agronomist, explains it often requires mixing and matching tools for primary and secondary tillage.
Titan Machinery—the largest Case IH and New Holland dealer– spans 150 locations on three continents.
USDA has allocated more than $1.77 billion this year to agricultural producers and landowners through CRP. Since 2021, the CRP has witnessed a 21% increase in enrolled acres.
As pork producers’ potential profits continue to erode this year, some economists say 2023 could be financially worse than 1998, which is unearthing concerns about contraction, restructuring and vertical integration.
In a property rights ruling, a court noted the government’s absolute power to “roam private land without consent, warrants, or probable cause.”
If your combine monitor is showing a wide range of yields in the field, Ken Ferrie says to investigate. Evaluate soybean stand, pod set and bean size while there’s agronomic evidence.
Ken Ferrie offers five practical agronomic tips you can use during harvest this fall. These practices can help you improve corn performance and yield outcomes across your farm.
According to USDA’s crop progress report, 45% of corn and 62% of soybeans have been harvested so far this year.