Understand basics of belting replacement
WCCO Belting lists tips to help you get the right replacement belting for balers, combines and swathers. Purchasing belting for balers, swathers and combines may seem far more complicated than ever...
View ArticleAsian giant hornet summer continues in Washington
State officials trap a male hornet earlier than originally anticipated. Being the first for something can be a good thing, expect perhaps where the Asian giant hornet is concerned. For Washington...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, August 26, 2020
Max Armstrong gets more insight harvesting down corn considering that derecho two weeks ago Max Armstrong continues his insights on the derecho in a conversation with Bill Northey, USDA undersecretary...
View ArticleBiofuel supporters back in court
Orgs file brief supporting EPA's 2019 regulation allowing year-round E15 use. Growth Energy, the Renewable Fuels Association, and the National Corn Growers Association on Friday filed a brief in the...
View ArticleU.S., China signal progress on trade deal
Both sides agree to push the deal forward; China would need to buy about $130 billion in second half of year to meet terms of original agreement. By Bloomberg NewsThe U.S. and China reaffirmed their...
View ArticleAdditional $1 billion targeted to Food Box Program
USDA has begun issuing agreements for distribution of Food Boxes in the third round of solicitations. An additional $1 billion will be invested in the Farmers to Families Food Box Program. The...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Aug. 26, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about Hurricane Laura impacts, tallying damage in Kenosha, Wis., after riots and protests, and replacing iconic airport carpet. Hurricane Laura poses the biggest threat to U.S. oil...
View ArticleGet your harvest on the right track and get in the field earlier
It’s time to maximize efficiency and harvest more of what you grow. A new track upgrade will immediately boost your productivity in the field. Each harvest season is different. But year in and year...
View ArticleWe don't know what we don't know
Does your ego get in the way when planning your estate? As a young man of limited resources and wisdom — and a car with a front end that vibrated — I ventured to my local auto shop and asked them to...
View ArticleLocal Farmer Act introduced in House
Legislation would deliver pandemic aid for farmers, ranchers and local food businesses. A North Carolina Democrat has introduced legislation to support farmers, ranchers and local and regional food...
View ArticleMore than $9.2 billion in CFAP payments issued
Iowa producers have received the most aid thus far, with 48,255 receiving more than $921 million. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue confirmed Wednesday that USDA will be offering a second round of...
View ArticleFSA cuts organic cost-share funding
Lawmakers question USDA's reduction in organic cost-share reimbursement. Recent changes to the Farm Service Agency's Organic Certification Cost Share Program have drawn questions from lawmakers.On...
View ArticleFPS back in Illinois in 2021
The Farm Progress Show will stick to its normal schedule, alternating between Illinois and Iowa, despite 2020 setbacks. Look for the 2021 show in Decatur, Ill. The Farm Progress Show will return as...
View ArticleBata Farms saves money with pig barn conversions
Slideshow: The family operation converted old pig barn facilities into modern shops, a parts warehouse and more. Joe Bata and sons, Chris and Mark, are handy with nailers, saws and just about all...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, August 27, 2020
Max Armstrong tells the story of a new business started by beef-loving baseball hall of famer Nolan Ryan Max Armstrong shares the story of famed baseball player Nolan Ryan who loves beef and had the...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Aug. 27, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about a GoFundMe page for a man defending businesses from looters, a lack of moisture in Iowa and statistics about working from home. There's a GoFundMe page for a man in Kenosha,...
View ArticleSyngenta Group reports first half year performance
Group sales were $12 billion as all four businesses reported sales growth.Syngenta Group’s first half year results have been announced. The Group increased sales by 2% to more than $12 billion...
View ArticleLess travel, more screen time change perspective
The trade show experience moves to my computer with the Farm Progress Virtual Experience. It’s a well-known fact, if you read this column, that I love farm shows. In fact, I’m kind of a trade show...
View Article7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Aug. 28, 2020
More COVID aid for farmers likely, land values decrease in South Dakota and new National Petite Miss Ag named. Missed some ag news this week? Here are 7 stories you might have missed.1. Agriculture...
View Article9 ways to keep kids safe on the farm
Kids are home on the farm more than usual this fall due to COVID-19. Here’s how to keep them safe, no matter their age or circumstance. If there’s one thing we know in the midst of this COVID-19...
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