USDA scientists search for gene that resists Russian aphids
Finding wheat that is resistant to all five types of Russian aphids in the U.S. is a challenge. Fields of wheat are so associated with the U.S. that they’re featured in the song “America the...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, May 29, 2020
Max Armstrong offers a look at ways to help keep on-farm labor morale healthy Max Armstrong looks at the tight budgets facing farmers. Max offers insight from AgCareers.com, which shows that there...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, May 29, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about a quiet weather pattern coming, more rioting in Minneapolis and St. Paul, a big week of gains in the corn market and more. Who is ready for quiet weather? It should start...
View ArticleFarmers express robust Farm Progress Show attendance plans
New study shows farmers are already making plans to attend the Farm progress Show, to be held Sept. 1-3, 2020 at its permanent world-class facility near Boone, Iowa. Farmers have spoken via a recent...
View ArticleFarm workers vulnerable to COVID-19
A spike in virus cases among workers may mean shortages and higher prices for fruits and vegetables at the grocery store. By Mike Dorning and Jen SkerrittAll of the roughly 200 employees on a produce...
View ArticleFrozen cherries, floods, rice and crawfish top latest podcast
The Around Farm Progress podcast connects with editors Michigan and Ohio, and in the Delta down South For many, it may be a surprise at the diversity of crops in Michigan. In this episode of Around...
View ArticleThis Week in Agribusiness, May 30, 2020
Max Armstrong and Mike Pearson are looking at the pandemic’s effect on pork, grain and more. Part 1Note: The video automatically plays through all show parts once you start.Max Armstrong starts off...
View ArticleComment on soybean deregulation request
BASF seeking deregulation of soybean variety that's resistant to SCN, parasitic worm and herbicide tolerant. Public comment is being accepted on a petition from BASF Corporation seeking deregulation...
View ArticleCelebrate dairy's resilience during National Dairy Month
Each day of the month will be filled with virtual farm tours and content that celebrates the role dairy plays in people’s lives. State and regional checkoff teams around the country are showcasing...
View ArticleUSDA urged to act on organic rule
More than 500 comments received on USDA's Economic Analysis Report on the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices final rule. The National Farmers Union is urging USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service...
View ArticleUSDA extends deadlines to help producers amid pandemic
Adjustments include deferring interest accrual, extending correction time for acreage reports. USDA's Risk Management Agency is making additional adjustments to assist producers during the COVID-19...
View ArticleChina pauses purchase of U.S. farm goods
The measures to halt imports come after President Donald Trump lobbed a barrage of criticism at Beijing. By Bloomberg NewsChinese government officials told major state-run agricultural companies to...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, June 1, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about violence in cities over the weekend, global grain supplies, the astronauts in space and national Say Something Nice Day. There doesn't seem to be a city in the region that...
View ArticleCorteva unveils sustainability commitments
Goals focus on farmers, land, communities and Corteva operations. Corteva Agriscience unveiled its 10-year commitments to advance sustainability throughout the global food system. The goals span a...
View ArticleWhat to know about corn affected by flooding
Corn Illustrated: Here’s a look at how ponding and saturated soils can impact a corn crop. Heavy rains after some corn was up and other corn was just planted led to saturated soils, ponding and even...
View ArticleU.S. farmland value averaged $3,160 per acre in 2019
USDA Economic Research Service report finds regional variation in both farmland value levels and growth trends. Farmland values have stabilized since 2014, following a long trend of appreciation that...
View ArticleUSDA crop progress: Planting progress slows after a wet week
Wheat harvest takes off at full speed in Texas. Corn and soybean planting continued to deviate towards the five-year average after another week of soggy weather stalled planting progress east of the...
View ArticleSeed innovator ramps up production
Benson Hill Seeds has contracted acres for its newest soybean product. New technology in any crop is big news these days, as companies leverage their germplasm and big data to enhance the quality,...
View ArticleMay 21 estimate of wheat crop predicts 284.4 million bushels
The Kansas Wheat Virtual Tour replaced the traditional Hard Winter Wheat Tour this year. One event that Kansas wheat growers (and wheat harvest followers) look forward to each year is the Wheat...
View ArticleSugarbeet industry positioned for rebound
Increased acreage, higher prices and strong demand point to improved outlook for sugarbeet growers and processors. A new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange Division details the market forces and...
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