Spotlight: Veterans Find Purpose in Agriculture
For U.S. military members, finding an enjoyable career after service is often a tall task. But for veterans Bill Steele…
Data Shows 2021 U.S. Milk Moving through Orders Reaches Six-Year Low
Milk moving through the U.S. Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) fell to a six-year low in 2021 at just 61%, matching lows from 2004, 2012 and 2015.
Tips for Preventing Stored Grain Spoilage this Summer
With intense early-season heat hitting much of the U.S. and stark humidity throughout the Corn Belt, grain in storage can…
Fertilizer Prices Lower for First Time in 19 Months
Retail fertilizer prices moved lower this week for the first time since November 2020. Urea saw the biggest drop, down nearly 50% since the end of March.
Summer Storms Are On the Way, Reminders for Dealing with Hail Crop Damage
In the early start of summer weather, hail events have already brought damage to areas of the central U.S. Several…
Conception Age for Heifers Should Be Goal in Dairy Feed Efficiency
Feeding a heifer from birth to first lactation is costly for any dairy operation.
Active Hurricane Season Could Add Volatility to Agriculture
A more active-than-normal hurricane season is slated for the U.S. Atlantic Basin region.
Tips for Adding Value to Weaned Calves
Add value to your herd by marketing preconditioned weaned calves or through retained ownership past weaning. Preconditioning includes several practices…
Double-Crop Insurance Coverage Available and Growing in Popularity
According to a recent poll conducted by the University of Purdue, about 30% of farmers who have grown wheat and soybeans together say the Biden administration’s announcement to incentivize double-cropping will encourage them to sow more winter wheat this fall.
Input Cost Concerns Lower Ag Economy Barometer
According to Purdue University and the CME group, the Ag Economic Barometer dipped in May to its lowest level in two years.