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Specialty crops can provide marketing opportunities on a more diverse farm
One Midwest farming family has found success with specialty crops for decades, and they’re offering tips for others looking to…
China’s projected population decline presents problems for international trade
China makes up nearly 20% of the world’s population. As a result, the country has led the demand for agricultural…
Law firms gathering clients for potential antitrust lawsuits against four largest U.S. meat packers
Across the United States, courts are receiving claims filed against the four largest U.S. meatpacking companies. Complaints have come from…
Fertilizer Studies Reveal Largest ROI
Corn growers know how big of an annual budget goes to fertilizers alone. Measuring return on investment for different fertilizer…
41% of U.S. Consumers Switching to Store Brands to Combat Rising Food Costs
Rising food costs have U.S. consumers pinching their wallets, particularly when it comes to meat and eggs. But have increased…
California Rain Brings Optimism, Slow Start to Citrus Harvest
Rain in California is almost always a reason to celebrate, particularly amidst an ongoing severe-to-extreme drought. The previous three years…
Testing for Bovine Leukemia Significantly Reduces Spread
Bovine leukemia virus (BLV) is preventable. One-third of the nation’s beef cattle and nearly half of all dairy cattle are…
Inflation to Impact 2023 Net Farm Income
Ongoing inflationary pressures will once again impact this year’s total farm income. While high commodity prices offer relief, farmers’ balance…
Relay Cropping Practice Insurable by Written Agreement for Soybeans Seeded into a Small Grain Crop
In February of 2022, RMA allowed written agreements for a new relay cropping practice for soybeans seeded into a small…
NASDA Advocates for Farm Bill Programs in 2023 Priorities
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) said this week that the 2023 farm bill should be an…