La Niña Continues, Despite Recent Spike in Rain and Snow Precipitation
In recent weeks, California communities experienced heavy rainfall after three dry years of La Niña. The precipitation eased drought conditions…
California Grape Growers Watch Trends and Supply as Wine Industry Evolves
Grape growers and wine sellers met in January for the annual Unified Wine and Grape Symposium for in-depth industry discussions.…
Farmer Advocacy Group Asks FTC to Investigate Price Collusion Among Egg Companies
Farm Action, a U.S. farmer advocacy group, sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission accusing egg companies of fixing…
Frost Seed Legumes for Profitable Cattle
Can frost-seeded legumes make a difference in cattle profitability? A University of Forage extension specialist says yes. Craig Roberts says…
Cash Rent Auctions Climb Higher
Land auctions in 2022 certainly broke records for per-acre sale prices. Now, cash rents echo the trend even as the…
Fertilizer Prices Fall to Lowest Levels in 15 Months
Retail fertilizer prices continue to decline, falling to the lowest levels in 15 months. According to fertilizer sellers surveyed by…
Rocky Start to Congressional Session Could Help Farm Bill Timeline
The 118th Congress opened for the first time earlier this month, kicking off with a rather bumpy start as Republicans…
5 Tips for Early Planting Soybeans
Early soybean planting is becoming more and more common as spring weather often suits the agronomic practice that leads to…
Mexico, U.S. Trade Negotiations Spur Little Progress on Potential GMO Corn Ban
Mexican and United States trade officials met in Mexico City this week to discuss Mexico’s potential ban on U.S.-grown GMO…
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…