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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.
A new report from Farmers National Company shows what trends are shaping land values as well as what to expect regionally.
Cutting metal flashing or sheet metal with tin snips need not be a bloody job, nor leave ragged, warped metal edges. A pair of leather gloves prevents bloodshed, and using the right tin snip for the job can produce smooth, accurate cuts.
The Senate kicked off quietly as the House steals the spotlight to start 2025. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) plans to pass individual appropriations bills and a farm bill as well as focus on regular order and extended floor debates.
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Are overwintering insects, weeds and diseases getting worse? Learn how above-average winter temperatures will impact next year’s crop (and how to manage it).
Biowish Technologies will be applying a further focus on its agricultural business after selling its environmental management business at the end of 2024.
The first trading day of 2025 saw the U.S. dollar hit a two-year high, but the strength of the dollar in 2024 also had a major impact on commodity markets.
From a possible trade war to brewing discontent within the country, there are five significant trends poised to shape China in the coming year.
Here’s a snapshot of distribution by state and crop as well as per-acre payment rates by crop for the $9.8 billion in market relief payments for farmers.
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A recent webinar explored this intricate farming world with a clear focus on reducing risk through disease control and grain marketing.
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Our recent webinar moderated by Andrew McCrea delved into strategies for reducing farming risks through effective disease control and grain marketing.
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How innovative technology and crop productivity go hand in hand.
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Learn which factors impact seeding rate and determine how and when to adjust how you plant.
Machinery Pete notes two record-breaking Massey Ferguson sales as well as one that came close to setting a new high mark in this week’s Pete’s Pick.
Josh Linville from StoneX provides an outlook on 2025 fertilizer prices.
No one knows more about the world of used ag equipment than Machinery Pete. As he peers into his crystal ball, he says the new year could be a good time to buy late-model used machinery because trends point to a turnaround that could happen quickly.
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Learn the cost and benefits of continuous corn and how to manage pests, disease, nutrients and more.
Will corporations, LLCs, and LPs be required to report Beneficial Ownership Information soon? Here’s the latest developments.
Farmers are embracing mixed fleets, retrofit options, spray drones and automation as they stare down another tough year.
The enzyme in Phosforce is already in the soil but available in limited supply, and application accelerates the biochemical reactions in the soil to tap an previous unused pool of soil phosphorus.
Former Top Producer award winners reveal their management goals for the year ahead.
With a strong agricultural background, Dean Williams is committed to transforming ag retail through innovation and customer-focused leadership at FBN.
From trade and deregulation to alternative land uses and cash rent prices, ag economists have no shortage of issues on their radar for 2025.
Machinery Pete details two record-setting auction transactions on a 2014 New Holland TV6070 bi-directional tractor and a 2022 Brent 2596 grain cart on tracks as well as a near-record sale on a 2008 John Deere 7930 tractor.
The Palmer’s Olde Tyme Candy Shoppe draws customers from all over the region and country and is a delicious step back in time during the holidays or any time of year.
While the use of bells when Bevin Bells was founded in 1832 is much different today, the sixth-generation company continues to spread Christmas cheer year-round.
At just 11 years old, Reed Marcum had an idea for a project: Collect toys and give them to children in his community. Eight years later, the toy drive has given away more than 64,000 toys at an annual event people wait in line for hours to attend.
Brian Forrest of Maple Ridge Dairy near Stratford, Wisconsin, embodies a spirit of selflessness and resilience, as he has been an organ donor, not just once, but twice.
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Don’t lose sleep over detecting soybean gall midge. Read our guide to identifying and managing this pest.
Although there were no earth-shattering surprises in the Dec. 1 USDA Hogs and Pigs Report, economist Lee Schulz says there are several important takeaways for pork producers as the year comes to a close.
Estimated payment rates per acre include $43.80 for corn, $30.61 for soybeans, $31.80 for wheat, $84.70 for cotton and rice payments are estimated at $69.66.