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According to the weekly USDA Crop Progress report, the national corn condition ratings are still trailing last year at this time, but it was USDA’s double digit increase to Illinois ratings that sparked questions.
During the pandemic, companion animals were popular family additions. Pet ownership increased from 67-70% of households in one year, an all-time high. John Phipps explains why it could have lasting implications.
Is the infrastructure bill on a collision course with the Congressional Budget Office and the Supreme Court? AgriTalk’s Chip Flory and Pro Farmer’s Jim Wiesemeyer discuss votes on the infrastructure bill and more.
Tyson Foods cannot increase prices for chicken and prepared foods fast enough to keep pace with rising costs for raw materials like grain, CEO Donnie King said Monday, reporting higher-than-expected quarterly earnings.
USDA is preparing to release its next Crop Production and WASDE reports on Thursday, August 12. Ahead of the release, debate is heating up on whether the U.S. can achieve a trendline yield in corn this year.
One item of particular interest on the first-ever Machinery Pete Auction is a 2003 John Deere 6420 with loader and only 156 actual original hours from C & B Operations, LLC in Mitchell, SD.
de•re•cho [dāˈrāˌCHō] A widespread, long-lived, straight-line windstorm associated with a fast-moving group of severe thunderstorms known as a mesoscale convective system.
On Aug. 17, scouts will sample fields in Indiana. What will they find in the Hoosier State?
COVID-19 testing and cases are on the rise as the push to get America vaccinated continues. New data shows rural vaccination rates are up in 19 states, while questions remain about the new Delta variant.
The startup focuses in building retrofit systems to use its patented artificial intelligence for fully autonomous tractors. The company says its technology deploys 360° situational awareness.
Biden signed an executive order to create a zero-emissions auto fleet by boosting the sale of electric vehicles. The plan also updated emissions standards for light cars and trucks but made no mention of ethanol.
On Aug. 16, scouts will sample fields in Ohio. What will they find in the Buckeye State?
From infrastructure to immigration, Washington is buzzing with activity relevant to the American farmer.
This John Deere 4430 sold for the second highest auction price ever.
In 2021, you have the choice to join Farm Journal Field Days in person or online.
President Biden will sign an executive order on Thursday aimed at making half of all new vehicles sold in 2030 zero-emissions vehicles and will propose new vehicle-emission rules to cut pollution through 2026.
During August, markets watchers will debate the possibilities of national yields. USDA’s gauge of crop conditions are posted every week, Pro Farmer says the condition ratings aren’t the best indication of yield.
Since FFA has made a lasting difference in so many lives, we are excited to partner with the organization for the #FarmON Benefit Concert.
Every farm a story: Follow the bloodline of America’s farming families over decades and centuries, across countries, states, and counties.
A new look at farmer sentiment shows sentiments appear to be stabilizing some in farm country. The new July Purdue CME Group Ag Barometer data comes on the heels of a sharp two-month decline.
Harry Ferguson’s Legacy Inspires a New Generation of Farming Innovation
Consultant relies on Transform® WG insecticide to tackle pests and preserve predators.
After participating in four carbon market pilot programs in the past two years, Kyle Mehmen has learned a lot about the opportunity, and perhaps even more about what not to do.
General Motors Co on Tuesday said its three North American full-size pickup truck assembly plants would be shut down next week due to the global semiconductor chip shortage.
Tuesday is the next chance to watch dairy farmer and Olympic competitor Elle Purrier St. Pierre in action. The dairy farmer and Olympic athlete is running in the semi-finals, with the finals scheduled for Friday.
Brad and Lisa Dircks’ farm in Lowden, Iowa was flattened by the derecho last week. This week, scouts on the Pro Farmer Crop Tour will gauge the scope of damage, wading through fields across eastern Iowa.
Register for the “View from the Field: A Preview of the 2021 Pro Farmer Crop Tour” webinar which takes place Thursday, July 15 at 3 p.m. central.
As scouts prepare to hit the fields across seven states, our team of experts gathers to frame expectations ahead of this annual August ritual.
You have the opportunity to attend Pro Farmer Crop Tour nightly meetings in person or watch the nightly broadcast online this year.
Iowa’s corn yield estimate dropped by about five bu. per acre compared to 2019, soybean pods per 3X3 square barely squeaked ahead of 2019 by 40 pods.