Farm Progress America, July 18, 2019
Max Armstrong offers a look at the challenge of climate change to agriculture Max Armstrong shares insight on the politically charged issue of climate change based on a recent hearing on Capitol Hill....
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, July 18, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about climate change, grain prices, wheat harvest, a deported murder suspect and car part thieves. In the midst of the heatwave, a "concerned scientists" group is offering a...
View ArticleMIDDAY Midwest Digest, July 18, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about heat safety and illness, wheat harvest, autoworker contracts and a thief who lost his wallet. Stay safe during the heat wave, and keep yourself, and you pets, cool and...
View ArticlePatriot offers two new solar energizers
Company offers two new all-in-one solar energizers. Patriot electric fence just released their new SolarGuard 80 and SolarGuard 150, energizers, which have the familiar "all-in-one" design, including...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, July 19, 2019
Max Armstrong shares insight on the African Swine Fever issue in China and how it may impact global markets Max Armstrong looks at the Chinese swine herd and the impact of African Swine Fever. There’s...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, July 19, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about store closings, farmers talking with congressional members, loon deaths and celebrating the moon walk anniversary. There have already been 20% more store closing announced in...
View ArticleWarm weather and trades galore
Unweaned cattle and bull calves take a price beating but offer stocker operators a potential profit. There are many different opinions about the weather and the markets this week. My opinion is there...
View ArticleThis Week in Agribusiness, July 20, 2019
Hot weather, managing costs, autonomous sprayers and a suburban beef farm are featured this week. Part 1Greg Soulje is in early to talk weather and heat.Max talks with Steve Johnson, Iowa State...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, July 22, 2019
Max Armstrong offers a look at the financial challenge facing agriculture Max Armstrong shares insight from a recent visit with a group of farmers who talked about the challenges they faced in 2019....
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, July 22, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about rough road conditions, Farm Tech Days, college football game attendance and a salute to the nation during a cattle competition. Road conditions are in rough shape in many...
View ArticleGardein expands its meat-free offerings
The new items feature pea and wheat protein Gardein is expanding its line of meat-free dishes, joining the likes of Beyond Meat and Impossible Burger in reaching out to consumers looking to diversify...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, July 23, 2019
Max Armstrong shares a sneak peek at what farmers will see at the 2019 Farm Progress Show Max Armstrong made a recent visit to Racine, Wis., to see the new AFS Connect Magnum tractor that farmers will...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, July 23, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about a water rescue, crop progress, death of a NASCAR crew chief, dirtiest beaches and the Big Boy locomotive. A woman was found near Lake Erie after falling off her jet...
View ArticleMIDDAY Midwest Digest, July 23, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about aspirin regimens, Should we still be taking an aspirin to prevent heart attacks?A former judge was dragged to jail after being convicted of using her power to help her...
View ArticleDeworming ain't what it used to be
Good parasite control these days requires us to listen, think and execute using the natural model. Maybe 10 years ago I was attending a conference at a university vet college. The noontime meal was...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, July 24, 2019
Max Armstrong talks trade, replacing NAFTA and what farmers can do Max Armstrong shares a reminder by commodity groups for farmers to connect with lawmakers to talk about trade. The focus is the U.S....
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, July 24, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about contaminated sand, flood aftermath, charges in a toddler death, a bike crash and a message in a bottle. Sand piles still line roadways in Nebraska, and residents are...
View ArticleCargill sets 30% GHG reduction target by 2030
BeefUp Sustainability commits to 30% reduction in greenhouse gas intensity across Cargill's North American beef supply chain by 2030. Global demand for protein is rising rapidly, challenging farmers,...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, July 25, 2019
Max Armstrong shares the history of the Half Century of Progress show Max Armstrong is heading to Rantoul soon for the Half Century of Progress event. Max has been involved in the show since 2003, the...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, July 25, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about distracted driving, the Osh Kosh Air Show, Farm Tech Days and the importance of good sound systems. Young people aren't the only distracted drivers.The Osh Kosh Air Show had...
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