MORNING Midwest Digest, July 24, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about contaminated sand, flood aftermath, charges in a toddler death, a bike crash and a message in a bottle. Sand piles still line roadways in Nebraska, and residents are...
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Cargill sets 30% GHG reduction target by 2030
BeefUp Sustainability commits to 30% reduction in greenhouse gas intensity across Cargill's North American beef supply chain by 2030. Global demand for protein is rising rapidly, challenging farmers,...
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Chinese government approves soybean purchase
The retaliatory tariff-free quota for 2 million to 3 million tons will be part of a goodwill gesture toward the U.S. By Bloomberg NewsThe Chinese government has given the go-ahead for five companies...
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Find RV, tent camping for Farm Progress Show stay
The grounds open to camper and RV parking at noon Aug. 26. The Farm Progress Show runs Aug. 27-29 in Decatur, Ill. RV and camper parking is available west of the show grounds and north of Richland...
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Climate change expected to increase cost of farm programs
USDA ERS report examines impact of climate change on cost of federal farm safety net programs A new study from USDA’s Economic Research Service explores how climate change may impact the cost of the...
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Is it time to order your fall propane?
Propane council encourages producers to plan ahead to ensure adequate drying fuel for fall use With a delayed planting season, the Propane Education & Research Council encourages producers to...
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K-State receives $2 million to study water-efficient crops
A $1 million grant and another $1 million in matching funds make up the total investment. Researchers at Kansas State University just scored a $2 million investment to help them find ways to increase...
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McDonald's strives too refine, replace and reduce antibiotic use
McDonald's worked with ranchers and veterinarians to develop guidelines for responsible antibiotic use U.S. consumers annually eat about 600 million pounds of beef at McDonald’s. The company released...
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Who needs emotional support goats?
Maybe me, if I continue to lock myself out of the house in flip-flops with cows on the loose. Also, it’s fair week. I had one job: Stay home and take care of the small livestock.John and the kids took...
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Farm Progress America, July 25, 2019
Max Armstrong shares the history of the Half Century of Progress show Max Armstrong is heading to Rantoul soon for the Half Century of Progress event. Max has been involved in the show since 2003, the...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, July 25, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about distracted driving, the Osh Kosh Air Show, Farm Tech Days and the importance of good sound systems. Young people aren't the only distracted drivers.The Osh Kosh Air Show had...
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Details of 2019 Market Facilitation Program released
USDA will begin issuing trade aid in August to crop, livestock producers Updated: Livestock producers, speciality crop growers will receive payments tooProducer payments range from $15 per acre to...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, July 25, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about weekend weather, the Big Boy locomotive, trade talks and airshow friendships. While it's felt cooler this week, the Upper Midwest will warm up this weekend.The Big Boy...
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5 benefits from planting pollinator plots
Growing Healthy Soil: Certain helpful insects are good for the environment, public perception and your bottom line. What do you know about the value of pollinators or beneficial insects? They’re...
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Crunching numbers helps your overall bottom line
Sorghum Focus: Whether deciding about insurance or making marketing decisions, doing the math matters. Have you ever thought about who we’re really competing with in agriculture in the U.S.?I’m not...
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7 ag stories you might have missed this week - July 26, 2019
Trade aid announced, Farmworker Fair Labor Practices Act passes in New York and the Floatingfarm Need a quick catch up on the news? Here are seven ag stories you might have missed this week. 1. USDA...
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National Crop Insurance Services launches new website
Crop insurance policies protect nine out of every 10 planted acres of principle cropsNational Crop Insurance Services has launched a new website at CropInsurance101.org that aims to be an...
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Mexican craft brewers visit North Dakota, Montana
All of the brewers belong to Cerveceros de Mexico A group of craft brewers from Mexico saw their prime ingredient - barley - in the field for the first time ever during a trade team recently organized...
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Farm Progress America, July 26, 2019
Max Armstrong shares information from the latest UN FAO report on hunger Max Armstrong offers a look at the United Nations Food and Agriculture report that shows the trend in world hunger remained...
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Brazilian court orders Petroleo Brasileiro to refuel Iranian ships
Ships were stranded because Petrobras refused to refuel for fear of U.S. sanctions By Sabrina Valle and Tatiana FreitasA Brazilian top court justice ordered Petroleo Brasileiro SA to refuel two...
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