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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Nov. 3, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about post-election rioting anticipation, and all-time high ag economy barometer and the passing of Barry Flinchbaugh. Stores and businesses have boarded up again, in anticipation...
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Pithy quotes from the mouth that roared
Barry Flinchbaugh was known for speaking his mind without apology. Editor’s note: This collection of quotes comes from the memorable speeches of Kansas State professor emeritus Barry Flinchbaugh, who...
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Farm Progress America, November 4, 2020
Max Armstrong looks at the work of farm organizations, including a key area: governmental affairs Max Armstrong shares insight on how farm groups engage agriculture in several ways including youth...
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Satellite imagery gets boost from new tech
Planet, long a leader in new-tech satellite imagery, is upping its game with artificial intelligence and enhanced timing. Satellite imagery can be a great tool for crop management, and the advent of...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Nov. 4, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about election results and the start of the holiday season. The presidential election counting continues. There are some local races that have been determined.Medial marijuana was...
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U.S. trade deficit narrows for first time in three months
The narrowing of the deficit reflects a two-year high in soybean exports, while imports of consumer goods declined. By Olivia RockemanThe U.S. trade deficit narrowed for the first time in three months...
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How election night affects ag committees
New leaders will be at helm of both House and Senate agriculture committees. Although election night results are not finalized, it does appear likely that the Senate will remain in Republican control....
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Gain an understanding of crop soil allies
Healthy soil teems with a diverse array of microbes and creatures that boost crop health. The soil microbial community is large. A tablespoon of good topsoil has more bacteria and fungi than the...
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Farm Progress America, November 5, 2020
Max Armstrong looks at one dairy product getting more attention in 2020 - butter Max Armstrong digs into factors that impact the price dairy producers receive for their product. One factor is the...
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Iowan takes helm of national land association
Dennis Reyman will accept the ASFMRA gavel Nov. 9 in a virtual conference. A farm manager and rural appraiser from northwest Iowa, Dennis Reyman, will be installed as the 84th president of the...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Nov. 5, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about Winnebago business, congressional ag committees, a lawsuit against deer hunting and the U.S. population. Business is booming for Winnebago Industries.The House and Senate Ag...
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Sleepless nights: It’s a stuffed chicken’s fault
Generations of hard work make it tough to shut off the mind and find rest. It’s 2:30 a.m., and I’m still awake. It’s my mind; it won’t shut off.Lately, my job role added more responsibility. I work...
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U.S. pork exports maintain record levels for 2020
Through the first three quarters of the year, pork exports were 16% ahead of last year's record pace in both volume (2.22 million mt) and value ($5.69 billion). September exports of U.S. pork...
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Weed genome mapping update
New technologies are helping weed scientists produce more complete and accurate maps of gene sequences. The Weed Science Society of America has released a new fact sheet that explores the status of...
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Sugarbeet, barley symposium rescheduled to 2022
The 2021 Montana and Wyoming Malt Barley and Sugar Beet Symposium is canceled, but webinars are now slated for January. The continuing list of winter meetings that have been canceled has gotten...
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7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Nov. 6, 2020
Barry Flinchbaugh dies, Collin Peterson loses election and cotton harvest progresses in Florida. Missed some ag news this week? Here are seven stories to catch you up.1. Kansas State University...
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Farm Progress America, November 6, 2020
Max Armstrong shares insight on an important issue facing rural America: broadband access Max Armstrong continues his look at key issues on the radar at Land O'Lakes in addition to butter, discussed...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Nov. 6, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about new iPhones, corn and soybean prices, the newest Drought Monitor map, fast tracking electric vehicles and National Toy Hall of Fame entries. Apple will start taking...
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FFA chapters adapt, dairy farmers find new income
The Around Farm Progress Podcast shares the story of how COVID-19 is forcing FFA chapters to flex; and renewable natural gas is gaining popularity We went looking for good news this week among the...
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7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Nov. 13, 2020
WASDE report out, farm tractor sales continue growth and dual-use solar installation in Massachusetts. Missed some ag news this week? Here are seven stories for a quick update.1. USDA slashed 2020...
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