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An agronomic service rep with Syngenta says he’s optimistic about the condition of the U.S. soybean crop. Chris Munsterman says there could be enough moisture to get it across the finish line this ...
Governor JB Pritzker says the annual Sale of Champions at the Illinois State Fair is a chance to spotlight the top youth livestock exhibitors in the state. “On behalf of the entire state of Illinois, ...
Helping expand new markets for soybean farmers is one of the top priorities of the United Soybean Board. With trade uncertainty top of mind for many farmers, the Soy Checkoff helps drive global demand ...
A vice president of agribusiness banking says many producers are facing difficult decisions due to ongoing uncertainty in the economy. “Cash flows could be challenging when we come into renewal season ...
A light direct cash cattle trade is underway. Dressed deals in Nebraska are marked at $385, $4 higher than the prior week’s weighted averages. Bids haven’t surfaced in the rest of cattle country.
The president of Beck’s Hybrids says their company is aimed at helping farmers spend more wisely. Scott Beck says the company’s PFR Proven research program brings field-tested returns on a farmer’s ...
Corn could be more susceptible to lodging in areas that have received abundant rain this summer. University of Minnesota Extension crops educator Dave Nicolai says shallow rooting is common when there ...
Ninety-five farm families were honored for their commitment to agriculture with the Hoosier Homestead Award during this year’s Indiana State Fair. Don Lamb, director of the Indiana State Department of ...
An agronomic service rep says this year’s corn crop is showing strong yield-potential, but there are still some challenges ahead. Chris Munsterman, who covers eastern Nebraska with Syngenta, says ...
Many farmers are anxiously awaiting further details on the 45Z tax credits. Keith Byerly, sustainability lead with Mosaic, says that although much is still unknown about the details of the credits, ...
The USDA is projecting the largest U.S. corn crop on record. Based on data as of August 1st, this year’s corn production is estimated at 16.742 billion bushels, 13% larger than 2024, on an all-time ...
Ernst says she’s hopeful her Food Security and Farm Protection Act, which would prohibit any state or local government from interfering with commerce and agricultural practices in another state ...