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Latest News
Ballots for sheep and wool council mailed to producers
Friday, May 17, 2013 12:00 PM
Ballots for voting to determine whether an Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Council will be created have been mailed to sheep producers who registered for the referendum.
Low cattle prices have time to rebound, says economist
Friday, May 17, 2013 10:00 AM
Although finished-cattle prices that were expected to increase this year for producers remained low in the first quarter, Purdue Extension agricultural economist Chris Hurt said increases could be on the horizon.
Workshop to help livestock producers maximize pastures
Friday, May 17, 2013 9:00 AM
Livestock producers can learn about incorporating management-intensive grazing programs on their farms at a Purdue Extension conference June 7-8 in southern Indiana.
Nitrogen key to uptake of other corn nutrients, study shows
Friday, May 17, 2013 8:30 AM
A historical analysis of corn research shows that new hybrids are taking up more nitrogen than older plant varieties after the crucial flowering stage, a clue as to how plant scientists will need to adapt plants to increase yields.
Conservation program applications due by end of May
Friday, May 17, 2013 8:00 AM
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service’s Conservation Stewardship Program will provide nearly $175 million in funding for up to 12.6 million additional acres of enrollment this year.
Rural Voices
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.
New budget is approved as revenue forecast improves
On April 16, the Indiana General Assembly heard the long-awaited revenue forecast update. “Up” is the right word.
Field Editor Blogs
Supreme Court decision is about more than Monsanto
The timing was fortuitous for ag journalists gathering at the Monsanto campus in St. Louis earlier this week. We were there at the invitation of the company for Media Days, a follow-up to last year’s Decade of the Bean celebration.
Activity with Chicago Bears is really special experience
I know I’ve said this in a previous blog, but it happened again during a recent event I attended to gather information for a story for Illinois AgriNews. Questions such as “How did I get here?” and “Is this really happening?” were running through my mind as I stood on the playing field of Soldier Field.
High school students teach children about agriculture
For some people, once they graduate from high school, their eyes are set on what the future holds and getting as far away from their hometown and the memories connected with it as soon as possible.
Less energy now required to produce corn ethanol
Recent innovations in corn ethanol production have resulted in increased yield per bushel and less energy needed for production, according to a new study.
Bee population taking hit from mysterious disorder
The thought of a warm, homemade biscuit drizzled in golden honey is enough to put a smile on my face.
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