MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Jan. 10, 2019
Steve Alexander is in for Max, and talks about impacts of the government shutdown, a changed facility plan for TruShrimp and Tyler Trent. The government shutdown is starting to impact breweries and...
View ArticleApplications available for dairy scholarships
Eleven $2,500 scholarships will be awarded and one $3,500 scholarship. Apply now through April 26, 2019, for college scholarships that are awarded by America’s dairy farmers and importers through the...
View ArticleTrump will address AFBF members at 100th annual convention
This is the second time in as many years that Trump has appeared at Farm Bureau's annual convention. President Trump will speak during the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 100th Annual Convention,...
View ArticleTime to tame 'wicked' problem of resistant weeds
It’s up to next generation to solve the impossible — herbicide resistance. Herbicide resistance is a technological problem, a biological problem, a behavioral problem and a “wicked” problem, according...
View ArticleLand prices hold firm; sales range from $636 to $5,785 per acre
When land goes on sale in northern Kansas counties, interested Nebraska farmers show up. When excellent, irrigated cropland located in the northern tier of Kansas counties goes on sale, you can count...
View ArticleGroundbreaking research answers what U.S. consumers eat and why
The research approach, which combines 10,000 interviews with demographic and spending data to provide a comprehensive look at how U.S. consumers eat, is a first-ever for the meat industry....
View ArticleFarm Progress America, Jan. 11, 2019
Max Armstrong offers insight into one provision of the new farm bill that could boost trade to Cuba Max Armstrong looks at a key market that’s close, but not open – Cuba. The new farm bill may open...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Jan. 11, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about a weekend winter storm, Jayme Closs being found, the 100th annual AFBF meeting and Donald Trump support. A winter storm system will carry a storm from Kansas to the east...
View ArticleGroundbreaking research answers what U.S. consumers eat and why
The research approach, which combines 10,000 interviews with demographic and spending data to provide a comprehensive look at how U.S. consumers eat, is a first-ever for the meat industry. New...
View Article7 ag stories you might have missed - Jan. 11, 2019
Deadline extended to sign up for trade aid, Sen. Pat Roberts remains as chairman of Senate Agriculture Committee and FMD detected in South Africa. Need to catch up on the news? Here are seven ag...
View ArticleMIDDAY Midwest Digest, Jan. 11, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about the disappearance and rescue of Wisconsin girl, Jayme Closs. Can you imagine the emotion in Barron County, Wis., this week when Jayme Closs was found alive? Authorities and...
View ArticleThis Week in Agribusiness, January 12, 2019
Max Armstrong and Steve Bridge report on happenings in D.C., Montana, Wisconsin and beyond. Part 1Note: The video automatically plays through all show parts once you start.Max Armstrong and Steve...
View ArticleEvolving consumer demands reshape dairy supply chains
Transparency and sense of connection emerge as leading drivers for dairy consumer decisions.According to a new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange Division, meeting consumer demand for more...
View ArticleADM to acquire Florida Chemical Company
Florida Chemical Company specializes in citrus-based flavors and fragrances. Archer Daniels Midland Company is acquiring one of the world’s largest providers of citrus oils and ingredients, pending...
View ArticleA broader look at drone technology
Slideshow: CES 2019 was chock-full of different ways to capture images from the air. Check out these tools. CES, or what they used to call the Consumer Electronics Show, is a magnet for a wide range...
View ArticleK-State Animal Sciences Leadership Academy open to students
High school students interested in animal sciences should apply by April 1. A special opportunity is coming up at Kansas State University for high school students who have an interest in the livestock...
View ArticleDon’t make this tragic farm estate planning mistake
Estate plans and life insurance policies should not be left until the last minute. By Lori TonakIn the past couple months, I have had many farmers and ranchers who are just starting to work with me at...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, Jan. 14, 2019
Max Armstrong offers insight on the rising investment in ag technology Max Armstrong looks at a recent report noting the investment in technology that will reshape traditional industries, including...
View ArticleNominations open for America’s Pig Farmer of the Year award
Nominate a deserving pig farmer by March 10 to join past honorees Patrick Bane, Leon Sheets, Brad Greenway and Keith Schoettmer as America’s Pig Farmer of the Year. The National Pork Board is...
View ArticleGovernment shutdown timing bad for ag
Timing of government shutdown hits at a bad time for farmers Editor’s Note: At the time of this writing, the partial federal government shutdown was in its 24th day with no clear end in sight.The most...
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