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Latest News
WRDA resurfaces with Senate approval
Friday, May 24, 2013 11:00 AM
The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly approved legislation that promotes investment in dam and levee projects, port improvements, environmental restoration and flood protection.
CRP general sign-up lasts through June 14
Friday, May 24, 2013 10:00 AM
General sign-up for the Conservation Reserve Program began recently and continues through June 14, according to Julia Wickard, state executive director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency in Indiana.
Purdue student picked for 40 Chances Fellows program
Friday, May 24, 2013 9:00 AM
Nolan Sampson is passionate about agriculture. His love for farming is evident by his hard work at the College of Agriculture at Purdue University, as well as his leadership experience and efforts to grow things.
Mixed results for meat exports during first quarter of 2013
Friday, May 24, 2013 8:00 AM
U.S. exports of beef and pork are facing challenges in some markets, while sales are increasing to several countries. “The first three months of this year have been a mixed bag,” said Philip Seng, president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
National Columbia Sheep Show and Sale slated June 4-8
Friday, May 24, 2013 7:00 AM
The National Columbia Sheep Show and Sale is coming to Bloomington. On June 4, Columbia breeders from around the country will be arriving at the McLean County Fairgrounds with some of their best breeding sheep.
Rural Voices
Special traits differentiate highly successful farmers
Do you know what sets the most financially successful farmers apart from the rest? I had this conversation with one of the ag bankers I know, and his answer offers good food for thought.
Maximize the yield potential of late-planted corn hybrids
Spring 2013 has been a chilly, damp contrast to 2012, when most corn was planted by May 1. The rain is welcome — the U.S. Department of Agriculture no longer considers Illinois abnormally dry, essentially signaling the drought’s end — but has spoiled plans of duplicating last year’s planting schedule.
Studies funded by checkoff pave way for transportation
Transportation is a priority for the Illinois Soybean Association. Crumbling bridges and highways and more increase costs to move our soybeans to market.
Beef production has a big impact economy in Illinois
This persistent cold and rainy weather we are having here in the Midwest does not necessarily make one think of barbecuing and other outdoor activities, but nonetheless the traditional grilling season is upon us.
Some insects can create really artistic renderings
Most people don’t think of insects as artists. However, as these six-legged creatures go about their daily lives, some end up creating things.
Field Editor Blogs
Memories — not items — true gift from loved ones
Watching the talking heads and armchair experts trot out the usual phrases in the wake of the Moore, Okla., tornado hit home particularly close for me this time.
Buffett inspires compassion for others around the world
For some businesspeople, money is something that can ease life’s struggles. For others, it merely is a means of keeping score in the game of commerce. But for some, it is a tool for making the world a better place.
Sustainability has different meaning to various people
Since sustainability is a complex issue, it can mean a variety of things to different people. For me, I agree with the ideas that were presented by a University of Arkansas professor, Marty Matlock, during a recent event.
Southern Indiana dairy farm committed to sustainability
My passion for agriculture is something that I always have carried with me since I was a little girl. It stems from growing up in a family that values and respects the hard work and dedication that goes hand-in-hand with raising livestock and being good stewards of the land.
Soggy spring blurs fertilizer outlook, reports Rabobank
The cruddy conditions this spring not only delayed planting in much of the Midwest, but also bring significant uncertainly to the fertilizer markets for the second quarter of this year, according to a new report.
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