Rebuilding U.S. Beef Herd and Replacement Heifer Opportunities
The U.S. beef cow herd is the smallest it has been in 61 years due to drought-accelerated liquidation. While a…
Avoid Breakdowns With 10-Point Parts Inspection on Your Planter
As planting season creeps nearer, setting yourself up for success starts now. Preparing your planter for the season can prevent…
Improved River Levels Alleviate Shipping Concerns, Pave Way for Flood Concerns
River levels have been returning to normal in some of the most drought-stricken portions of the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers,…
Third-Party Validation Critical for Assessing Value of New Dairy Technologies
While technological advancements abound throughout all aspects of agriculture, it often leaves farmers wondering what technologies are worth the investment.…
California Fruit Growers Thank Water Department for Projected 35% in Water Supplies
The California Department of Water Resources announced an expected increase in State Water Project deliveries this year. Thanks to the…
Vilsack Says Equity Critical for Innovation and Health of Farm Economy
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told lawmakers and policy leaders that addressing inequity is critical in promoting innovation. At last…
Neil Caskey Named National Corn Growers CEO
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) announced that Neil Caskey would take the organization’s helm this week. Casey succeeds former…
Farmers to Face Continued Supply Chain Issues this Planting Season
Supply chain challenges are far from over in 2023. Even with fertilizer availability improvement, other equipment-related problems and parts headaches…
USDA Projects Higher Acreage and Yields, Lower Income in 2023
USDA forecasts more corn, soybean and wheat acres but lower prices and overall income in 2023. According to the agency’s…
Pork Producers Reluctant to Expand, Says Industry Financial Specialist
Steve Malakowsky, vice president of swine lending for Compeer Financial, shared takeaways from his recent travels to hog industry tradeshows…