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In his opening days of his second stint as head of USDA, Tom Vilsack is focused on farmer profitability and opening markets to build that profitability.
By prioritizing mental health, the Nebraska Extension program aims to support the sustainability of U.S. farming operations, laying the foundation for a resilient ag industry for generations to come.
USDA is still reviewing how it will disburse $15 billion in coronavirus aid.
By compensating farmers per pound of nutrient loss reduction, pay-for-performance conservation motivates farmers to find the most cost-effective ways to reduce nutrient losses for their specific fields.
Sorghum producers are enjoying strong demand once again. China’s purchases started to rebound in early 2020 and the demand story has been strong ever since.
A commodity swap is used to hedge against commodity price swings by locking in a price.
Tyler Zimmerman and Chris Walberg have changed agriculture horses in midstream, and say the results are improving long-term ROI—as well as igniting a new zeal for farming.
While analysts say it’s possible, yet not likely corn prices hit $18 per bushel, there are some factors fueling the market today. It’s not just the supply and demand scenario, but also the possibility of inflation.
Tanner Krause, CEO of Iowa-based Kum & Go convenience stores, works to provide a ‘safe space’ for employees to talk about emotional challenges, many of which have been brought on or exacerbated by the Covid pandemic.
Congress got a clearer view of President Biden’s trade agenda this week as the Senate Finance Committee questioned Katherine Tai, Biden’s nominee to serve as the United States Trade Representative.
The strength and timing of the economic recovery are contingent on three uncertain factors.
USDA’s Chief Economist says the battle for 2021 acreage is on, and it may even bid into specialty crop acres amid strong signals that China plans to continue buying corn and soybeans.
Splitter Farms in Lyons Kan. was named the 2021 Top Producer Horizon Award winner. Their story is one rooted in education and willingness to listen, a recipe that helped grow the farm to what it is today.
USDA’s Ag Outlook Forum painted a brighter forecast for corn demand this year. While USDA does expect a 7% increase in production, the agency is also forecasting an increase in domestic use, as well as exports.
Unprecedented U.S. weather conditions, export numbers and USDA’s Ag Outlook Forum all weighed on prices this week, says Jamie Wasemiller, market analyst with Gulke Group.
USDA issued its first look at acreage during the annual Ag Outlook Forum with a record number of combined corn and soybean acres projected this year. Some analysts say given prices, that number has room to grow.
During USDA’s 2021 Ag Outlook Forum this week, chief economist Seth Meyer pointed to a possible bump in overall planted acres this year, with 92 million in corn, 90 million in soybeans and 12 million acres of cotton.
Together with his wife Laurie and sons Scott and Eric, Steve Henry and team have built a sustainable business that now stretches across 10,000 acres in Iowa.
A bizarre mix of business and religion, laced with a surreal cast of characters, the Jerusalem artichoke crop scandal may be the most outlandish major scam to curse farming in the past century.
Ag groups are gearing up for a new fight over the so-called ‘Death Tax.”
Trade seems to be taking a back seat in Washington. From COVID-19 recovery to a focus on climate, other issues are taking priority in the new White House. That’s not stopping ag groups from pushing for key trade deals.
The net farm income story this year is far from over. Farmer Mac’s chief economist says history shows USDA’s initial look at net farm income is typically too low and this year may be no different.
U.S. President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping held their first telephone call as leaders.
The one-upmanship that usually heightens the excitement about what is unveiled at Agritechnica will have at least one less participant as John Deere officially announces it will not be participating in 2021.
As the substantial demand looks to be rooted in a need for feed and food, corn purchases from China may not be over yet and could be on track to hit a new record. However, actual shipments are lagging.
“The trade really wanted to see USDA get more aggressive on increasing corn export demand, especially after all the sales we had seen to China about two weeks ago,”
The corn price momentum quickly faded on Tuesday as traders seemed disappointed by conservative adjustments to its corn import forecast for China.
A month after USDA releases its final production estimates, USDA’s February report typically doesn’t provide major revisions. With possible changes to corn demand, analysts say Tuesday’s report could be different.
USDA’s first look at net farm income shows without continued ad hoc government payments, net farm income will drop this year.