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Tech offered for hyper-local weather
A tool used by the seed industry is getting wider attention for enhanced crop management. There are a lot of factors to manage on the farm, but one that often feels unmanageable is the weather. It’s...
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Farm Progress America, April 17, 2019
Max Armstrong looks at the extent of African Swine Fever and its impact on pork production Max Armstrong shares insight on African Swine Fever, a disease that only affects animals, but the illness is...
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This Week in Agribusiness, March 09, 2019
Max Armstrong and Orion Samuelson are hearing a lot about trade this week and get the lowdown on ag’s role in the beer wars. Max Armstrong and Orion Samuelson taken in news on the USDA Ag Outlook...
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This Week in Agribusiness, February 23, 2019
Max Armstrong and Orion Samuelson take in news on the USDA Ag Outlook Form, trade with China and introduce award-winning young farmers. Part 1Note: The video automatically plays through all show parts...
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$1.5 million available from USDA for dairy initiatives
Dairy Business Innovation Initiative grants encourage use of regional milk production. USDA is making $1.5 million in competitive grant funding available for the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives,...
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USDA undersecretary addresses range of ag issues
Bill Northey discusses dairy options, disaster aid and hemp at a meeting of ag journalists. Bill Northey, USDA undersecretary for farm production and conservation, said that getting help to dairy...
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Senators ask Perdue to expand water quality initiative
Expanding initiative will reduce nutrient loss, improve soil health and enhance wildlife habitat. A bipartisan group of senators are asking Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to expand the National...
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The Greeks are down and the Vikings up in yogurt world
Dairy farmers hope Icelandic yogurt, Skyr, lifts their mailbox milk prices. by Leslie PattonIt’s high in protein, low in sugar, and just right for the struggling American dairy industry.It’s Icelandic...
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New dairy network focuses on safety
A Washington State University animal scientist is aiming to reduce farmer and farm employee injuries. Amber Adams-Progar researches stress in dairy cattle, but her work is about more than just the...
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Farm Progress America, April 18, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about the need to be vigilant about biosecurity in light of African Swine Fever Max Armstrong worries caused by smuggled pork products entering the United States has raised the...
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Did China impose illegal restrictions on farm imports?
WTO to issue ruling in U.S. dispute over Chinese farm quotas. by Bryce BaschukThe World Trade Organization is poised to issue another key ruling in the U.S. trade fight over China’s agricultural trade...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, April 18, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about the opioid crisis, a sentence for stealing trade secrets, a hearing about flooding and brown snow. Federal prosecutors have charged 60 doctors and pharmacists with handing...
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WTO finds China violated WTO commitments
Panel finds China's tariff-rate quota administration is not transparent, predictable nor fair for wheat, corn and rice. A World Trade Organization dispute settlement panel found that China has...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, April 18, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about millennial dependence on parents, a flood hearing, a Trump/Pence appearance and more. The majority of millennials still depend on their parents for financial support,...
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USDA launches SNAP pilot with Amazon, Walmart
Two-year pilot program allows SNAP participants to purchase groceries online. USDA launched a two-year pilot program April 18 in New York to allow Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program...
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National Farmers Union leader says trade war damage is lasting
Roger Johnson warned of the threat from increased agriculture consolidation. Roger Johnson, National Farmers Union president, said folks are “really naïve” if they believe that trade with China is...
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ITC says USMCA will lead to 176,000 news jobs
International Trade Commission estimates USMCA will increase U.S. exports to Canada by $19.1 billion and to Mexico by $14.2 billion. by Shawn Donnan and Jenny LeonardThe Trump administration’s deal to...
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Montana Extension agent invests in 4-H
For Ben Frentsos, the next two years will involve living in Romania to help build a new 4-H program for that country. Past and present members of 4-H know the value of the program. The services of...
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7 ag stories you might have missed this week - April 19, 2019
Cover crop acres increase, amount of ethanol used decreases and more developments in U.S.-China trade talks. Need a quick catch-up on the news? Here are seven agricultural news items you may have...
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Farm Progress America, April 19, 2019
Max Armstrong looks at a bipartisan move to expand the reach of Chapter 12 bankruptcy Max Armstrong shares insight about Chapter 12 bankruptcy and how it works for farmers and fisherman. The program...
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