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Dairy Revenue Protection Critical Tool in Current Price Climate
Dairy producers across the country are wondering (and worrying) about how much lower milk prices can go amidst such high…
Corn, Soybean Planting at Halfway Point
USDA reports roughly half of all U.S. corn has been planted as of May 7. Planting progress sped up in…
U.S. Considers Rule to Limit Foreign Land Purchases Near Military Bases
The U.S. Treasury Department has proposed a rule to limit foreign land purchases. The new rule would require foreign entities…
Indiana Holstein Breaks Lifetime Milk Production Record with 478,200 Pounds
A 14-year old Holstein has broken the record for most lifetime milk produced by a registered Holstein cow. Nor-Bert Colby…
Footbath Tips for Robotic Dairies
The secret to longevity in most things lies in a strong foundation. The same is true for dairy cattle. Sound…
U.S. Winter Wheat Projections Worst in Recent History
The U.S. Great Plains region is suffering from three years of consecutive drought. With many Plains States producing much of…
Discounted Milk Loads Don’t Tell the Whole Story
Discounted loads of spot milk in the Upper Midwest have been reported by USDA’s Dairy Market News. But do the…
Farmers More Optimistic About Financial Future in Latest Ag Economy Barometer Reading
The April Ag Economy Barometer reading climbed 6 points, indicating a shift in on-farm financial improvements. Purdue University asks producers…
USDA to Create 12 Regional Food Centers to Bring New Markets to Smaller Farms
USDA announced last week plan to create a dozen new food centers. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the food centers…
Farm Real Estate Debt to Hit Record High in 2023
Farm real estate debt is expected to reach a new record high in 2023. USDA’s Economic Research Service shows debt…