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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.
Growers can benefit from evaluating the dispersion of N, P and K and pH levels in no-till fields. Often, there is a drop off in soil fertility levels in no-till soils once below the three-inch mark.
While the Farmers’ Almanac and Old Farmer’s Almanac are both backward looking – derived from past data that come close to current conditions. Weather agencies are tending more toward predictive computer models.
From the election to world trade, as well as geopolitical factors that have the potential to shape agriculture in 2024, the December Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor shows the possibility of several economic surprises.
According to Shuring, what may be considered equal doesn’t always make sense when the succession plan involves family members who actively work on the farm, and others who do not.
A coalition of nearly 50 ag groups are urging the Biden administration to take immediate action to open Mexican rail crossings before it’s too late.
One of the things I love most about Christmas trees is the power they evoke to simply remember. Here are some special livestock-themed Christmas trees filled with memories to last a lifetime.
These 10 steps can help keep your employees from walking away.
Ron DeSantis, candidate for 2024 Republican presidential nomination and current Florida governor, joined Chip Flory on AgriTalk to share his motivation to be president and plans for agriculture if elected.
Innovations that cross the farm gate often start down the path to commercialization as high-minded prototypes. Here are some early-stage concepts with potential to drive profit and efficiency.
Through his work, Russell Taylor has focused on being an advocate for conservation practices in agriculture – partnering with several different organizations to change laws and draft language for the farm bill.
It’s no surprise those who chase high-yield honors set aside acres for that very purpose. However, there’s something to learn from the management practices that go into growing a record crop.
Using WD-40 or motor oil on drill bits to lubricate and cool the tip results in an oily mess. Add a drill bit lube stick to your Christmas List, rather than another pair of socks, this year.
Producers From Arkansas, Iowa and South Dakota Named Finalists for Prestigious Top Producer of the Year Award.
“I’m shooting for consistent averages around 75 or 80 bushels without stacking inputs,” says Matt Griggs. “ROI don’t lie.”
If there’s any “good” news for 2024, economist Joe Kerns says it’s that it can’t be worse than 2023. Although economists expect 2024 to be another challenging year, some believe it will be a turning point for U.S. pork.
The high yields get the headlines, but how can you increase your yields across your farm? Consider these tips.
The Grinch is writing closeouts ahead of the holidays as cattle and hog profit margins tumble to their lowest point since the summer of 2020, just months into the COVID pandemic.
CoBank has released their 2024 outlook report, which takes a look at the key themes the organization expects to shape agricultural and the rural economy in the coming year.
Analysts say it’s go-time for the impacts of South American weather, but Argentina’s new president, and major policy changes, also spooked the markets this week. Chip Nellinger and Brian Grete explain why.
The Fertilizer Research Act has been introduced by three senators to require USDA to study competition and trends in the fertilizer market.
The report shares markets are at a crossroads—prices could move in either direction.
Prioritizing culture is often overlooked when it comes to employee management and retention.
After botching many welding jobs, Dan Anderson has established baselines for any weld he now attempts. For example, positioning his helmet closer versus further from the arc allows him to better monitor the weld puddle.
We asked some of our previous Top Producer of the Year awardees to share a bit about what’s happening on their farming operations — looking at both the past year and out on the horizon.
Periods of profitability and loss come in waves and Shay Foulk is sharing three key things to do in 2024 to make the best of it.
Sarah Beth Aubrey shares tips for effective communication and building influence before stepping into a leadership role.
Three roadblocks rural America faces on the path to electric machinery adoption.
Lack of genetic diversity in crops may lead to an outcome worse than COVID-19.
Looking at the farm economy as well as lending conditions, over 260 ag lenders ranked their top 12 concerns for what institutions and producers are facing.