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Farm Progress America, Feb 13, 2019
Max Armstrong looks at farm bankruptcies and offers insight into one key area – stress management Max Armstrong offers a look at the rise in farm bankruptcies recently mapped by the American Farm...
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Sheep organization sets course for 2019
New leadership takes the reins for the American Sheep Industry Association. Recently, the American Sheep Industry Association (ASI) held its 2019 convention, and the result was election of new...
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Remember to sign up for trade aid by Feb. 14
Since the Market Facilitation Program was launched in September 2018, more than 864,000 producers have applied. USDA reminds agricultural producers they have until Feb. 14, 2019, to sign up for USDA’s...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Feb. 13, 2019
Steve Alexander is in for Max, and talks about the National Farm Machinery Show, winter weather impacts, and a farmland auction selling Abraham Lincoln's old property. The National Farm Machinery Show...
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'Pass USMCA' forms to push for passage of trade pact
The coalition highlights benefits of trade with Mexico and Canada. A diverse group of trade associations, businesses, and advocacy groups launched the "Pass USMCA Coalition," on Feb. 13, 2019. The...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Feb, 13, 2019
Steve Alexander is in for Max, and talks about grain bin accidents, a lawsuit against a retailer, John Dingell's funeral and the retirement of Emmett Thomas In Nebraska, a man was buried in a grain...
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Biofuel debate threatens Wheeler's EPA nomination
5 Republican senators suggest their votes for Andrew Wheeler hinge on his action on RFS. by Jennifer A. Dlouhy and Mario ParkerFive Republican senators have issued a veiled threat against President...
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International marketing on tap at U.S. Grains Council meeting
Topics discussed included phytosanitary issues, U.S. corn quality and market impacts resulting from the U.S. federal government shutdown. To demonstrate the power of a strong global network, the U.S....
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Tech ideas farmers might like
Beyond drones and robots, that big Vegas CES 2019 had some other interesting exhibits to check out. Every trade show brings a surprise or two for visitors not expecting to see one company or another....
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Farm Progress America, Feb 14, 2019
Max Armstrong shares insight on rising food allergies and one ‘culprit.’ Max Armstrong was a little disappointed during a recent flight where he couldn’t have peanuts; but he realizes it’s because of...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Feb. 14, 2019
Steve Alexander is in for Max, and talks about the National Farm Machinery Show, Jayme Closs' appreciation, headstone donations and more. Max is at the National Farm Machinery Show today.Jayme Closs,...
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Trade talks underway in Beijing
Trump has indicated he's open to extending his March 1 deadline. Top trade negotiators from the United States and China are holding two days of trade talks in Beijing, racing to reach a deal before...
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Tom Sleight to retire from U.S. Grains Council this summer
Sleight has been CEO and president of U.S. Grains Council since 2012. The U.S. Grains Council is seeking a new leader. Tom Sleight, president and chief executive officer of the U.S. Grains Council...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Feb. 14, 2019
Steve Alexander is in for Max, and talks about weather impacts on livestock, stalking at the DMV and a long-lost purse returned. The recent blizzards and weather conditions have caused livestock...
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7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Feb. 15, 2019
Farm bill listening session scheduled, African swine fever expands and hints from award-winning corn grower. Missed some agricultural news this week? Here’s a quick look at seven ag stories you might...
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Dealing with an ‘impossible’ issue
Another Voice: The “go meatless” crowd has it in for traditional beef; there’s work to do. Walking a busy and big trade show, a guy can work up an appetite. During a trip to Las Vegas for CES 2019, I...
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Farm Progress America, Feb 15, 2019
Max Armstrong looks at the rising economic health of rural America Max Armstrong points out that counties designated as ‘rural’ mean more than ‘farming’ for those remote counties. The rural...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Feb. 15, 2019
Steve Alexander is in for Max, and talks about potholes, a car crash, minimum wage in Illinois and a convicted co-op manager in Minnesota. Pothole season has begun for some regions. There have been...
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A very bad day for U.S. farmers
USDA predicts slow soybean sales through 2026-2027 and Federal Reserve warns of weak farm income and tightening credit. by Millie Munshi and Shruti Date SinghThings are not looking good for the U.S....
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Mnuchin says U.S.-China trade talks are 'productive'
Both sides trying to reach a deal to avert a tariff increase on Chinese goods on March 1.by Bloomberg NewsTreasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin sounded a positive note on Friday as U.S.-China trade talks...
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