This Week in Agribusiness, November 27, 2021
Mike Pearson and Max Armstrong are talking about exports, land auctions and reasons to be thankful. Part 1Mike Pearson starts off introducing a report from Chad Colby with an update on the cotton...
View ArticleCole Baerlocher, FFA national president
Mike Pearson talks with the new FFA national president. In the FFA Chapter Tribute Mike Pearson chats with Cole Baerlocher, the new FFA national president. This kid from an ag education family is...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, November 29, 2021
Max Armstrong offers thoughts on the challenges of farm succession from an industry expert. Max Armstrong shares some insight about an increasingly important topic for agriculture – transitions. Max...
View ArticleAABP develops cattle vaccination guidelines for members
These vaccination guidelines for beef and dairy cattle can help veterinarians counsel clients on vaccination strategies. The American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) Committee on...
View ArticleCattle markets back on offense
The United States cattle herd is expected to keep dwindling into 2023. As 2021 winds to a close, cattle markets seem to finally be able to move out from under the specter of the pandemic impacts that...
View ArticleWaiver extended for Hours of Service rules
FMCSA’s extension of the HOS emergency declaration provides truckers and livestock haulers with continued flexibility. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced today the extension of...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, November 30, 2021
Max Armstrong looks at how an equipment sharing approach by two farmers works Max Armstrong reports that he's hearing more about farmers sharing equipment due to rising prices and limited access. Max...
View ArticlePresident focusing on food supply chains
Biden holds supply chain roundtable Monday and FTC inquires grocers of the causes of sky-high prices. President Joe Biden convened a hybrid in-person and virtual roundtable with CEOs and leaders of...
View ArticleCattle Feeders Hall of Fame names inductees
Cattle industry legends Tom Jones and Norman Timmerman will be recognized in January. Two legendary cattlemen will be honored for their lasting contributions to the cattle industry with their...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, December 1, 2021
Max Armstrong reports on tools a farmer can use to create interest for the next generation to return Max Armstrong offers some insight on what farmers are teaching their children about the business....
View ArticlePolaris rolls out electric utility vehicle
New Ranger XP Kinetic features high horsepower, instant torque and a quiet ride Note, this story is written mostly from an early press release from Polaris, and we will update as more information...
View ArticleCattle markets: 2022 and beyond
Rabobank released the Q4 market outlook and a glimpse into 2022. Beef is expected to be important in all facets of the American life in 2022. That’s what a report out from Rabobank for the last...
View ArticleHigh fertilizer costs likely to last through spring
Despite increased input costs, soybean acres not expected to surpass corn in 2022. A dramatic rise in fertilizer prices is weighing heavily on U.S. crop farmers and input suppliers as they prepare for...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, December 2, 2021
Max Armstrong discusses a unique on-farm challenge - communication Max Armstrong shares that while farmers are often asked to share their story to the world, sometimes there's an internal challenge of...
View ArticleSmall-scale producers get improved insurance coverage
USDA's new Micro Farm policy simplifies recordkeeping and covers post-production costs. Agricultural producers with small-scale farms who sell locally can now get simplified insurance coverage through...
View ArticleDid you know: More beef semen on dairies
In general, semen sales have increased, but more beef semen is being used on dairy operations than beef operations in the U.S. Not a surprise: More farmers and ranchers are using artificial...
View Article7 ag stories you might have missed
High farm profits, the new COVID variant’s impact on ag, crop insurance changes and more! Missed some agricultural news this week? Here are seven stories to catch you up.Highest farm profits since...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, December 3, 2021
Max Armstrong continues his look at ways to boost communication on the farm Max Armstrong looks at a basic skill needed by every business. Max continues sharing the communication ideas from Tim...
View ArticleFDA proposes changes to agricultural water rule
FMSA Produce Safety Rule revised to change certain pre-harvest agricultural water requirements for covered produce. Recent foodborne illness outbreaks have been linked to agricultural water upstream....
View ArticleProper labeling encouraged for cell-cultured meat
Livestock groups make it clear they don’t want labels to use “beef” and “chicken part" terms on cell-cultured meat labels. One thing is clear when it comes to cell-cultured meat—livestock...
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