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Nebraska Man Sets World Record for 38-Mile River Float in 846-lb Pumpkin
A new world record has been set in Syracuse, Nebraska. On his 60th birthday, Duane Hansen hollowed out an 846-lb…
Early-Planted Soybeans Could Drive Stronger Yields
Early-planted soybeans may make the difference in yield gains, according to an Agoro Carbon Alliance agronomist. Better, more capable equipment…
Corteva and BASF Partner for Four-Way Herbicide-Tolerant Soybean Trait Stack
The never-before-seen collaborative effort was announced this week at the Farm Progress Show. The companies shared that BASF will license…
September Weather Forecast Clues Toward Early Harvest
Soybeans particularly need moisture in September for pod filling ahead of harvest. With this year’s slow-to-start planting season, all eyes…
Cattle Feed Costs Increase More than 25% for August
The cost of raising a steer to finish weight for the cattle market last week has increased by 25%.
USDA Updates Crop Insurance Plans to Broaden Access
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is improving two of its most comprehensive risk management safety net programs, Whole-Farm Revenue…
Central Valley Nut Growers Quest for New Export Route
U.S. nut exporters are in talks with steamship and rail carriers to determine a new trade route overseas.
Crop Progress Shows Corn, Soybeans Conditions Steady to Lower
Corn conditions declined slightly again in the latest USDA crop progress report.
A Ray of Sunshine: Strong Sunflowers Yields Projected for 2022
The U.S. sunflower harvest forecast just got a lot sunnier.
Dairy Heifer Numbers Decline, Costs to Blame
Last month, USDA estimated 37.5 million dairy heifers above 500 pounds across the U.S.