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Hemp update for 2020, veggie farmers pivot and a little distance learning
This episode of Around Farm Progress catches up with editors in Illinois, Georgia and Nebraska to track several issues impacting agriculture Today's news is swallowed up by coronavirus and Farm...
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This Week in Agribusiness, May 9, 2020
Meat production, wellbeing resources, a population shift, weed control and more are covered this week, along with a tribute to farm moms. Part 1Max starts the broadcast with Jim Long, CEO, Genesus...
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Farmobile Index offers daily snapshot of crop progress
Having timely insights on crop plant and harvest progress helps farmers make marketing decisions. Farmobile LLC, an independent agricultural data company based in Leawood, Kan., has launched the...
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Nevada Extension steps up with webinar program
The series of programs, which began in April, covers a wide range of topics to help producers weather the challenges of COVID-19. It’s hard to quantify the challenges farmers face under the pressure...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, May 12, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about lifted restrictions in Indiana, meat-packing reopening, the pork industry woes, more restaurant closures and strange dreams. Some well-known haunts in Indiana started to look...
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China, U.S. make nice on trade
With both economies suffering, there's an incentive to prevent the trade agreement from becoming a casualty. By Rosalind MathiesonSoybeans, barley and meat tell a political story right now.China is...
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COVID-19 cases jump at slaughterhouses
President Trump signed executive order to keep packing plants open after shutdowns due to the pandemic reduced slaughter capacity. By Mike Dorning, Dominic Carey and Dave MerrillThe coronavirus spread...
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Tyson tests workers at Portland, Maine, plant
12.7% workers there test positive for COVID-19 and put on paid leave until they meet criteria established by Tyson and CDC. Tyson Foods is working with Matrix Medical to test team members at more than...
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14 meat processing plants reopening
USDA announced list of slaughter and processing plants to reopen On Friday the USDA announced reopening of 14 meatpacking plants across the country, including four beef plants.U.S. Secretary of...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, May 12, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about traffic volume, inflation rates, yield projections and more. While traffic volume is still lower than pre-stay-at-home orders, it has increased in the last week.Inflation has...
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Corteva Agriscience retools seed business
Company is introducing Brevant seed for the retail market, ending Mycogen brand, and reshaping Southern business for Pioneer and Phytogen The impact of a merger can take time to unfold. When Dow and...
View ArticleHEROES Act unveiled in House
Bill introduced by House Democrats includes 45 cents per gallon for renewable fuel producers. House Democrats unveiled their proposal for the next phase of coronavirus aid today (May 12), according to...
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Clean Water for All Act introduced
Bill prohibits implementation of Trump administration's navigable waters final rule and requires EPA to start over. Rep. Peter DeFazio, D-Oregon, has introduced the Clean Water for All Act to prohibit...
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Can FEMA pay for livestock depopulation?
Lawmakers ask Trump administration to fund reimbursement of expenses related to livestock depopulation. Lawmakers are calling on the Trump administration to provide guidance on how the Federal...
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Farm Progress America, May 13, 2020
Max Armstrong shares news that several attorneys general are asking for an investigation of the meat processing industry Max Armstrong reports on 11 state attorneys general who want the U.S....
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Maximizing pollen to boost corn seed output
Startup PowerPollen is changing the way hybrid corn is produced, and Corteva is buying in. The production of hybrid corn is well-established these days. Rows of male and female corn get planted,...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, May 13, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about warm weather, blood donations, the latest WASDE report and more. It's about time for the warmth to arrive in the heartland.Blood donations are needed.It wasn't all bad news...
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Meatpackers eye operational changes
Changes will likely result in higher costs in the meat case. By Isis Almeida and Jen SkerrittThe human cost of producing 99-cent chickens and affordable burgers during a pandemic is pushing U.S....
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Senate bill would require 50% cash cattle sales
7 senators introduce bill to require major packers purchase at least half their cattle supplies via cash negotiated sales. On Tuesday, US Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Jon Tester (D-MT)...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, May 13, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about staying out of Colorado, pork and beef production numbers, violation of stay home orders and pet adoption scams. In spite of Colorado tourism being hit hard, the state is...
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