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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.
Pelosi is to step down as leader of the Democratic Party in the House, a position she has held since 2003. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer says he will remain in Congress but won’t seek a leadership position.
I’ve seen the same trend for the past 10 months with used mid- to high-horsepower tractors, combines and planters. Now, the trend is in self-propelled sprayers.
This John Deere 8230 topped $212,000.
This porcelain neon milk glass hood sign sold for $108,000 on Aug. 26 Dave Anton collector auction in Greenville, SC.
In the past year, 85 grain trailers have sold for more than $40,000 at auction. In 2018, only six sold that high. Why would buyers pay such high prices? They want machinery — now.
This 2010 John Deere 9330 4WD with only 415 hours sold on Sept. 5 at a consignment auction in Dexter, MN
Farmers are asking, ‘Do I chisel first and then apply anhydrous? Or will I get better results doing the opposite?’ Get Ferrie’s answer and his insights on addressing hybrid weaknesses to harvest more corn in 2023.
It’s time to play offense and defense. The new reality of the farm equipment landscape means you can no longer take a lackadaisical approach to purchasing new or used equipment.
In USDA’s November crop report the agency put soybean yields in Wisconsin at 54 bushels per acre with record corn yields at 182 bushels per acre. Yield results from the field are backing up that forecast.
Many larger farmers are apprehensive about using cover crops to Flip their Soil, and that is also true in drier climates.
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Phase 2 is targeted to those who suffered losses in 2020 and 2021 but may not have received any payments under Phase 1. With Phase 2 underway, USDA said that the signup deadline for Phase 1 ERP will now be Dec. 16.
From drought to supply chain issues, weed control proved to be a nightmare in some areas this year. One expert expects similar challenges in the new year, especially when it comes to herbicides in short supply.
In Nebraska farmers are partnering with local cow calf producers to help Flip their Soil.
Harvest is nearing the finish line, but as corn continues to pile up, there are renewed concerns about what a possible rail strike could mean for the grain industry, as well as fertilizer needs this fall.
Experts say the Fed is looking for signs of weakness in the economy before deciding interest rates have been raised sufficiently to curb inflation. Some signs are available now, says Vince Malanga, LaSalle Economics.
USDA announced on Tuesday a $24 million investment to “teach and train” beginning farmers and ranchers through NIFA’s Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP).
The farm bill debate depends in part on who controls the House because leadership of the Ag Committee would see definite changes if the GOP wins.
Persistent supply chain and logistical challenges have throttled the machinery industry despite elevated demand across all major markets.
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This 2021 Massey Ferguson 8735S with 190 hours sold on Nov. 9 at a Newton, KS sale for the highest price ever on this model
These six categories provide layers of data to leverage for the sake of productivity, sustainability and profitability.
The smart farm of the future doesn’t shy away from leaning into change and using technology to improve productivity, efficiency and, ultimately, profitability.
Ag and food technology is an attractive industry for innovators, which means an endless bevy of options for farmers looking to deploy the latest solutions.
The push to make our world smarter is a never-ending carousel of products and technological adaptations rolled out one iteration and software update at a time.
If you are a farmer who wants to Flip Your Soil there’s a long list of soil health practices you can use such as incorporating livestock.
Rural America, and farmers especially are skeptical to put it mildly about electric vehicles and tractors. John Phipps says this attitude is reasonable, but also myopic, and explains why in John’s World.
Harvest is wrapping up for the Farm Journal Test Plots. Ken Ferrie shares preliminary observations on soybean planting date, 15" versus 30" rows, sulfur products, corn planter fertility and corn fungicide plots.
When the harvest hustle comes to an end, take some time to prep your combine for storage. While you can park it and forget it, these tips will help ensure your combine is tucked away until harvest rolls around again.
Learn how to prevent your fields from becoming a wildlife food plot.