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Fertilizer Institute calls for action on infrastructure
The organization started Infrastructure Week calling on Congress for funding. Chris Jahn, president and CEO of The Fertilizer Institute, kicked off Infrastructure Week 2019 in mid-May with a plea to...
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Ag groups praise removal of steel, aluminum tariffs
Farm groups hopeful this will aid passage of USMCA. President Trump suspended tariffs on Canadian and Mexican steel and aluminum on Friday. The tariffs were imposed a year ago.The tariffs were 25% on...
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U.S. explores export opportunities in South Africa
Drought conditions in the country could reduce corn crop by 20%. The U.S. Grains Council recently sent a team to South Africa to explore the drought there and identify opportunities for exports of...
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Farm Progress America, May 20, 2019
Max Armstrong shares insight on trade talks he learned from the Secretary of Agriculture Max Armstrong shares some insight on trade talks with China that have struggled, but there’s good news on the...
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Special report: A talk with Secretary of Agriculture Perdue
Max Armstrong talks trade and other key issues in recent conversation with the Secretary Max Armstrong talks with the Secretary of Agriculture about trade, farm issues and other key topics recently....
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MORNING Midwest Digest, May 20, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about a Lake Michigan plane crash, tariff payments, more rain and delayed planting, a Nascar squabble and saving a life. Authorities are still searching Lake Michigan for a small...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, May 20, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about Ford job cuts, a stormy forecast, prevented plant acreage estimates, a carbon sequestration program and a combine transporting a casket. Ford will eliminate 7,000 jobs.The...
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3i Show organizers seek ideas for 2020 additions
Staff are working to finalize events as early as possible for the 66th annual 3i Show. Planning is getting underway for the 2020 3i Show, and Western Kansas Manufacturer’s Association, which puts on...
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WTO report: World trade growth likely to remain weak
The latest World Trade Outlook Indicator is maintaining weakest level since 2010. The World Trade Organization’s latest World Trade Outlook Indicator projects world trade growth is likely to remain...
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Continuous CRP enrollment reopens June 3, 2019
FSA stopped accepting applications last fall; this year's signup will include limited practices. Applications will be accepted beginning June 3, 2019, for certain practices under the continuous...
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Teaching teachers
Industry initiative aims to increase number of students interested in pursuing career in equipment sector. A joint industry initiative led by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ Ag Sector...
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Farm Progress America, May 21, 2019
Max Armstrong shares insight on the news that Japan has opened its trade doors wide to U.S. beef Max Armstrong offers more information from his recent conversation with Secretary of Agriculture Sonny...
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Companies enter exclusive tire deal
Kubota, Titan partner on new R14 tires for smaller tractors aiming for a win-win in the market Face it, in a soft farm economy, competition can be tough. Those that are buying are being frugal about...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, May 21, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about tornados, planting progress, Al Unser, Jr., hockey playoffs and a rattle snake encounter. Eighteen tornados swept through five states yesterday.Ohio farmers have a lot of...
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Climate change and ag: Working together is recipe for success
Nebraska farmer sums it up: 'It takes all of us working together – farmers, the government, and the private sector – to deliver climate solutions.' Agriculture has an opportunity to lead on climate...
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A reason to plant beans?
Updated: USDA says details of the trade aid package will be forthcoming and shouldn't change planting decisions. Updated 3:30 p.m. with statement from USDAby Mike Dorning and Jennifer JacobsThe Trump...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, May 21, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about storm damage, taking shelter from storms, planting progress, the wheat crop and high property taxes. The Lucas Oil Speedway took a hit from the storms, as the new roof is now...
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Start protecting your horses from flies
Flies can cause diseases and summer sores in horses that can wind up costing you. For horses, flies in the barn are more than an annoying nuisance. They pose a risk of diseases such as strangles and...
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New service brings advanced tech to auctions
What happens when you combine a property auction company and a rural real estate firm? The farm- and ranchland sale business has a model.Usually, the sales are local with an auctioneer, who reaches...
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Trump may approve use of E15 year-round
Trump planning visit to Iowa ethanol plant, a signal that he'll lift summertime fueling restrictions on E15 gasoline. by Mario Parker and Jennifer JacobsPresident Donald Trump is considering visiting...
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