Ag groups file additional comments on FMD vaccine
Zoetis seeks approval to bring live Foot and Mouth Disease virus into the U.S. mainland to develop a vaccine. Livestock industry groups are supportive of USDA’s proposal to adopt new technology in...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, January 8, 2021
Max Armstrong offers tips on how being part of Farm Bureau can make a difference for young farmers Max Armstrong shares one sector of the upcoming American Farm Bureau Federation virtual meeting – the...
View ArticleAg CEO Council optimistic after meeting with EPA nominee
EPA Administrator-designate Michael Regan shares his grandfather was a small diversified farmer. EPA Administrator-designate Michael Regan hosted a virtual roundtable Jan. 5 with more than 16 members...
View ArticleLearning about an ag milestone, looking to the future
The large round baler may have put Vermeer on the map, but how do you maintain that culture of innovation for the future? Ever wonder what it means to start a revolution? We're not sure Gary Vermeer...
View ArticleAre farmers interested in electric equipment?
The latest Farm Progress PANEL offers insight into a topic that may get more interest in the years to come – zero-emission equipment There are companies working on electric machines. An attention...
View ArticleConsider your mindset for 2021 and beyond
Look at all factors when evaluating feed and profit potential and don't let the market abuse you Most people are happy to have the year 2020 behind us. Some hope 2021 will treat them better than 2020....
View ArticleThis Week in Agribusiness, Jan. 9, 2021
The upcoming export report, waterways and transportation legislation, cleaning products and wheat production promotion are among the coverage this week. Max talks with Shawn Harding, North Carolina...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, January 11, 2021
Max Armstrong offers some insight into the 2021 virtual meeting of the American Farm Bureau Federation Max Armstrong shares some thoughts on the first-ever virtual American Farm Bureau Federation...
View ArticleU.S. red meat exports maintain robust pace
Beef exports to China continued to reach new heights in November, up 700% from a year ago U.S. beef exports posted one of the best months on record in November, according to data released by the U.S....
View ArticleFarm Progress America, January 12, 2021
Max Armstrong reports on the ongoing drought challenge for watersheds in the West Max Armstrong discusses the Drought Monitor, but information from the Climate Prediction Center continues to show...
View ArticleLife on the ranch
Slideshow: Family passes on knowledge of cattle ranching to the next generation. There is a lot to learn on a working cattle ranch. Already, the Stearns brothers of Ludden, N.D., do more than just...
View ArticleUSDA urged to prioritize food worker protections
Food and ag groups also seek partnership in vaccinations for essential workers. In the recently passed COVID-19 assistance package, Congress provided no less than $1.5 billion to fund purchases of...
View ArticleChina still major driver in 2021 ag economic outlook
Farm Bureau economists weigh in on what the likely biggest ag market movers will be in 2021. China’s demand for protein, and feedstuffs to feed their domestic herd, remains the “big elephant in the...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, January 13, 2021
Max Armstrong reports on the 2021 Mid-South Farm and Gin Show to be held in person Max Armstrong offers a look at the Mid-South Farm and Gin Show, which is on track to hold the 69th event, in person....
View ArticleSecretary Perdue offers farewell address to AFBF members
Agriculture Secretary shares that American agriculture needs more trade deals and commitment to freedom to innovate. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue thanked farm bureau members for their support...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, January 14, 2021
Max Armstrong reports on the status of the hemp industry going into 2021 Max Armstrong offers an update in hemp production. The results for the crop have been mix since first approved by the 2018 Farm...
View ArticleFDA, USDA still at odds regarding livestock gene-editing
NPPC offers initial comments on USDA’s rulemaking for gene-edited livestock species. In public comments earlier this week, the current Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn says...
View ArticlePPP again available for farmers
Fewer restrictions and limitations on the PPP support available to farmers and ranchers as lenders reopen funds Jan. 15. Farmers who run their operations as sole proprietors, independent contractors...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, January 15, 2021
Max Armstrong shares insight on the work ahead for Tom Vilsack as he returns as Secretary of Agriculture Max Armstrong reports that the ethanol industry is optimistic about the pick of Tom Vilsack as...
View ArticleDon't let anger drive your marketing plan
There are opportunities for success in the beef market, set goals to drive for profit This was just a very strange week. With everything going on in politics in the United States, to the commodity...
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