Led by California, U.S. Milk Production Increased Slightly in 2021
U.S. milk production increased 1.3% in 2021, reaching a record 226.3 billion pounds. Most of the increase came from a…
Dairy Farm Numbers Drop to Lowest since American Pioneer Days
The number of U.S. Dairy Farms decreased in 2021, at a 5.7% loss. While cow numbers held steady, the number…
Combination Herbicides Becoming New Norm
Combination herbicides continue to grow and are now a new norm for chemical companies as they introduce products promising to…
To Seed or Not to Seed: Tips for Springtime Pasture Management
Cattle producers are no strangers to the muddy pastures that signify Spring is on the horizon. Many producers wonder if…
Canadian Pacific Worker Strike Could Impact U.S. Farmers
Adding to ag supply chain concerns, Canadian Pacific rail workers are planning to strike, if necessary, according to their union.…
Recent Study Finds High Input Costs Top Concern of U.S. Farmers
A recent survey of 400 U.S. agricultural producers revealed expectations that financial performance in 2022 will be worse than last…
Wheat Market Reaches 14-Year High
Wheat futures hit daily trading limits this week, soaring to a 14-year high as of Wednesday. Both May and July…
Reflecting on the Evolution and Impact of FFA
As National FFA week drew to a close this past week, the organization reflected on the many ways it has…
Ag Groups Show Mixed Responses on State of Union Address
Ag groups around the country have had mixed reactions to President Biden’s State of the Union address Tuesday. The Renewable…
Bird Flu Cases Now Confirmed in Iowa, Connecticut
Back in the news again, USDA announced Wednesday yet another confirmation of the highly pathogenic avian influenza in two non-commercially…