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No easy solution on fixing cattle markets
Senate Ag hearing reveals mixed views on how cattle market got where it is and what is needed to offer cattle producers relief going forward. Beef producers and economists shared the witness table at...
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This Week in Agribusiness, June 26, 2021
Foreign market impact, USDA reports, grain rescue equipment, crop protection opportunities and transportation infrastructure are featured topics this week.Mike starts the broadcast with an interview...
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FFA Tribute: Kaitlyn Higgins
The FFA Chapter Tribute goes to Kaitlyn Higgins, Michigan FFA Region II vice president.Kaitlyn was drawn to FFA because of chickens, and after nearly dropping out the first week, she is glad she stuck...
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Never underestimate the power of the pasture
In the inventory triangle of cattle, feed is a key part of the foundation. What are you doing to maximize the grass you have? It’s just grass. That sums up the attitude most people have. They fail to...
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USMCA celebrates one-year anniversary
North American leaders call for ongoing implementation and enforcement if warranted. The implementation process of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement is ongoing and work on this agreement is...
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Farm Progress America, July 1, 2021
Max Armstrong reports on a 40-year-old law that has laid the groundwork for innovation success Max Armstrong looks back on a bill passed in 1980 – the Bayh-Dole fix – which required universities and...
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Checkoff reform legislation reintroduced
OFF Act would ensure checkoff programs cannot contract with organizations that engage in lobbying. Members in Congress introduced the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act, designed to reform and...
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Ag spending bill advances out of committee
Bill proposes a 10% increase from Fiscal Year 2021 with increased funds for confronting the climate crisis and rural broadband. The House Appropriations Committee advanced their agriculture...
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This Week in Agribusiness, July 3, 2021
Mike Pearson and Max Armstrong talk about this week’s surprisingly bullish crop report and they talk about celebrating July 4th with agriculture products. Part 1Max Armstrong kick off the show talking...
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Farm Progress America, July 2, 2021
Max Armstrong offers some interesting information on a hot topic this time of year: Ice cream Max Armstrong notes that "it all starts with a cow." Those dairy cows make ice cream possible and each...
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Sarah Harper, Georgia FFA State Retired Central VP
Max Armstrong talks with the Georgia FFA Central Region State VP. In the FFA Chapter Tribute Max Armstrong chats with Sarah Harper, Georgia FFA Central Region State VP, recently retired. She tells Max...
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7 ag stories you might have missed
Check out these 7 stories you may have missed this week. Let's face it, weather is dominating the agriculture news world. Between temperatures and dry weather, it's a concern for many parts of the...
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Creating the right environment for success
Even challenging cattle can see improvement with the right management. Good stockmanship matters. This time of year when I check cattle, I look at overall health, the grass, water, and mineral. Then...
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USDA promises fix for ‘Product of USA’ meat labeling
Current Product of the USA label allowed to be applied to foreign meat which confuses consumers and disadvantages producers. The Federal Trade Commission finalized a rule tightening the use of the...
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Farm Progress America, July 5, 2021
Max Armstrong reports on an air monitoring effort in California that may impact farmers Max Armstrong looks at the water problems out and a new wrinkle: environmental groups going to farms to disrupt...
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MORNING-Midwest Digest, July 5, 2021
Max Armstrong talks hot weather, the return of a massive air show, bad news for the ethanol industry and the return of 'jorts' – you read that right. Max Armstrong shares that hot weather continues...
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MIDDAY-Midwest Digest, July 5, 2021
Max Armstrong shares holiday stories of first responder incidents, news about the Farm Progress show and more about 'jorts.' Max Armstrong reports on first responders having a busy weekend including...
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Farm Progress America, July 6, 2021
Max Armstrong reports on new farm worker rules and what they may mean for farm employers Max Armstrong shares that the harvest has started for a range of crops – even in the heat. Max shares new work...
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Summer Beef Demand Sizzles
Domestic beef demand looks to continue strong in the second half of the year. Wholesale beef prices typically increase in the spring, led by middle meat demand. Spring restaurant demand reflects...
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Ag Economy Barometer falls for second month
Rising input costs are causing concern for farmers. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer marks a second month of sharp declines, down 21 points to a reading of 137 in June. Producers...
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