China lifts ban on U.S. poultry imports
Ban has been in place since January 2015 China has lifted its ban on U.S. poultry imports, according to U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue.“This...
View ArticleNCBA report says U.S. leader in sustainable beef production
Compared to the mid-1970's, today's U.S. cattle producers produce the same amount of beef with one-third fewer cattle The U.S. is the leader in sustainable beef production, according to a white paper...
View ArticleBrazil implements TRQ for U.S. wheat
Brazil's implementation fulfills promise President Bolsonaro made to President Trump earlier this year Brazil is implementing an annual duty-free tariff rate quota (TRQ) of 750,000 metric tons (MT) of...
View ArticleExcellent farmland with ideal build site tops $5,000 per acre
A Marshall County property with high-quality tillable acres brought top dollar. The property that has everything commands a price that underscores its assets, and that was certainly true in an Oct. 26...
View ArticleHistoric North Loup River Ranch enters market
The Nebraska Sandhills cattle ranch is listed for sale at $11,956,875 by Hall and Hall. The North Loup River Ranch near Brewster, Neb., just hit the market for $11,956,875. Hall and Hall has the...
View ArticlePressure remains in Quivira water rights impairment fight
The refuge’s decision to not request water in 2020 has helped to relieve the situation for now. Editor’s Note: This is the second in a series of articles examining the water rights fight that is hot...
View Article7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Nov. 15, 2019
Dean Foods files for bankruptcy, Ag Lender Survey released and Wisconsin Republicans oust ag secretary Missed some ag news this week? Here are 7 ag stories you might have missed.1. Milk processor Dean...
View ArticleKudlow: Trade deal with China in final stages
Both sides have signaled they are intent on an agreement By Shawn DonnanWhite House economic adviser Larry Kudlow said negotiations over the first phase of a trade agreement with China were coming...
View ArticleRMA defers interest for crop insurance premiums
Deferral builds on actions USDA has taken to support farmers and ranchers impacted by weather disasters USDA's Risk Management Agency will continue to defer accrual of interest for 2019 crop year...
View ArticleTrade aid expected by Thanksgiving
Producers of eligible commodities will be able to receive 25% of total payment in second tranche Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced Nov. 7 that the second round of the 2019 Market...
View ArticleMIDDAY Midwest Digest, Nov. 15, 2019
Steve Alexander is in for Max, and talks about thin ice accidents, a whistleblower, a surgeon in South Dakota, changes in Illinois politics and more. The unseasonably cold weather has caused ice to...
View ArticleSonny Perdue: ‘Zero regret’ on NIFA, ERS relocation
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture tours new USDA location in Missouri; more than 6,000 people have applied for jobs. While it may be located outside the Beltway, the new headquarters for the USDA Economic...
View ArticlePlanters, planter accessories that could improve efficiency
What’s New From the Shows: Check out these offerings before you settle for your current planter setup again in 2020. Maybe you’re in the market for a new planter for 2020. Or maybe you like your...
View ArticleThis Week in Agribusiness, November 16, 2019
Max Armstrong and Mike Pearson hear about the latest ag tech at Germany’s Agritechnica and look into the big picture on farm income. Part 1Note: The video automatically plays through all show parts...
View ArticleDemocrats say USMCA deal edging closer to passage
House Speaker Pelosi wants to see trade deal pass the House this year House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday that she would like to see the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement pass the House this...
View ArticleIncreasing sustainability
Nestle Purina and Land O'Lakes Sustain partner to increase stewardship on Iowa farms Nestle Purina PetCare will work alongside Land O'Lakes SUSTAIN, the sustainability solutions business of Land...
View ArticleSorghum pioneer recognized
Nathan Boardman spent 40 years with U.S. Grains Council The U.S. Grains Council recently recognized Nathan Boardman for 40 years of service with the U.S. Grains Council.Boardman was a pioneer in...
View Article48 appointed to United Soybean Board
Board members work to develop new markets, strengthen existing markets and conduct research and promotion activities USDA appointed 43 members and five alternates to serve three-year terms on the...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, November 19, 2019
Max Armstrong shares insights from a farmer panelist about how today is different than the 1980s. Max Armstrong offers a look at a panel discussion looking at how to avoid the ag disaster of the...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Nov. 19, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about the 2020 car of the year, propane supplies and Longaberger baskets. The redesigned Corvette has been named the 2020 car of the year.The wet harvest had put pressure on...
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