Possible 2,4-D-Resistant Waterhemp Discovered in Iowa
Populations of waterhemp are continuously becoming more resistant to herbicide 2,4-D, according to Iowa State University’s Integrated Crop Management News.
Vilsack Urges Lawmakers to Consider CCC Funding for Farm Bill
There is a partisan deadlock on where to find additional funds needed for the next farm bill. Advice from Agriculture Secretary Vilsack could hold the answer.
USDA Farm and Nutrition Program Baseline Budgets Released by Congressional Budget Office
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has released its February 2024 baselines for farm programs and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
EPA Okays Existing Dicamba Usage, Offering Relief for Farmers
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an existing stocks order for dicamba, allowing farmers who have possession to use its products in 2024.
USDA Releases First 2024-25 Crop Outlook
In the first look at 2024-25 crops, USDA has projected 91 million acres of corn, 87.5 million acres of soybeans and 27 million acres of wheat this growing season.
USDA Says a Bird Flu Vaccine is 18 Months Out
USDA announced Wednesday that a potential vaccine for bird flu could be identified as soon as 18 months from now.
Dairy Feed Hygiene Critical to Health of Operation
It might be easy to identify and discard spoiled food in the fridge, but dairy farm feed hygiene isn’t quite as simple.
Storm System to Bring Scattered Precipitation, Strong Winds to Parts of U.S.
A set of clipper systems will be moving through the U.S. this week, bringing with them precipitation and strong winds.
6 Details to Include in Every Farm Lease
What’s in a lease? When it comes to the world of agriculture, there are plenty. A lease is an important agreement that protects both parties and should be written in a manner that can be upheld in a court of law.
Partisan Debates Continue to Stymie Farm Bill Progress
Challenges related to the next farm bill continue to prevent progress. According to Politico, House Agriculture Democrats are fighting against ongoing GOP efforts to repurpose climate and future nutrition funding within the bill to boost conservation projects and farm commodity programs.