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Farm Progress America, Feb 11, 2019
Max Armstrong shares insight on one crop noted from the USDA report release beyond traditional crops Max Armstrong takes a closer look at the reports finally released from USDA. He shares information...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Feb. 11, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about a new presidential candidate for 2020, winter storms, accidents and falls, and trade talks with China and the tariff impact. Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar announced her run...
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USDA tables on farm income due Feb. 14
The tables include projections for global commodity trade on a ten-year scenario. USDA will release the complete set of tables prepared for the upcoming USDA Agricultural Projections to 2028 report at...
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Determine economical nitrogen rate for corn
Corn Illustrated: Use Indiana trial data by crop reporting district as a starting point for finding the best rate for your fields. Various people have asked Bob Nielsen where they could cut costs on...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Feb. 11, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about Valentine's Day spending, the China trade talks, St. Louis tourist season and emotional support alpacas. The average person will spend at least $50 on Valentine's Day gifts...
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Seattle-based start-up Nori plans to create new carbon market
Nori is developing a trading platform for Carbon Removal Certificates. A start-up company based in Seattle, Wash., hopes to establish a market for buyers and sellers of Carbon Removal Certificates...
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Get ready for the National Farm Machinery Show
The show includes Championship Tractor Pull, cutting edge ag equipment, products and services and educational seminars. The nation’s largest indoor farm show, the National Farm Machinery Show, is 9...
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Farm Progress America, Feb 12, 2019
Max Armstrong offers news of a new tool kit USDA is offering to boost implementation of high-speed web access in the country Max Armstrong shares a look at the challenge of rural broadband service and...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Feb. 12, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about a flood warning for the Ohio River, cattle impact on greenhouse gases, a college football player misdemeanor and President Lincoln. The Ohio River is expected to flood in...
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Turning to AI for help
Expert systems, sensors and other tools are making machines smarter, but there’s a reason The phrase artificial intelligence is again in the news with the Executive Order from President Trump calling...
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Max Armstrong talks about a superintendent requesting prayers, the National Farm Machinery Show, President Lincoln's birthday and the Westminster Dog Show. The superintendent of an Indiana school sent...
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Farm Progress America, Feb 13, 2019
Max Armstrong looks at farm bankruptcies and offers insight into one key area – stress management Max Armstrong offers a look at the rise in farm bankruptcies recently mapped by the American Farm...
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Trade war: Trump may extend March 1 deadline
Trump may be willing to give China, U.S. negotiators more time to reach a deal to end the trade dispute. by Saleha Mohsin, Margaret Talev and Andrew MayedaPresident Donald Trump said he’s open to...
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Remember to sign up for trade aid by Feb. 14
Since the Market Facilitation Program was launched in September 2018, more than 864,000 producers have applied. USDA reminds agricultural producers they have until Feb. 14, 2019, to sign up for USDA’s...
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Raising 6 children on farm point of pride for Noll family
This Master Farm Family has been farming in Kansas for six generations. This is the second in a series of stories about this year’s Master Farm Family award winners.Mark and Joanne Noll take pride in...
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Sharing is part of joy of learning for Nelson family
This Master Farm Family grows wheat, corn, soybeans and milo on 2,700 total acres. This is the third in a series of stories about this year’s Master Farm Family award winners.James and Miriam Nelson —...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Feb. 13, 2019
Steve Alexander is in for Max, and talks about the National Farm Machinery Show, winter weather impacts, and a farmland auction selling Abraham Lincoln's old property. The National Farm Machinery Show...
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'Pass USMCA' forms to push for passage of trade pact
The coalition highlights benefits of trade with Mexico and Canada. A diverse group of trade associations, businesses, and advocacy groups launched the "Pass USMCA Coalition," on Feb. 13, 2019. The...
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International marketing on tap at U.S. Grains Council meeting
Topics discussed included phytosanitary issues, U.S. corn quality and market impacts resulting from the U.S. federal government shutdown. To demonstrate the power of a strong global network, the U.S....
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Tech ideas farmers might like
Beyond drones and robots, that big Vegas CES 2019 had some other interesting exhibits to check out. Every trade show brings a surprise or two for visitors not expecting to see one company or another....
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