Proper grease helps keep equipment on the go during planting
Basic equipment maintenance during an unusually long fall and winter may not be enough to avoid costly downtime during planting season.
Announcements a mixed bag for genetically modified seeds
Top executives at Monsanto were pleased with a Supreme Court decision affirming patent protection on Roundup Ready soybeans, but were blindsided by a major setback for its newest genetically modified seed program.
Importance of soil often overlooked, says Buffett
Despite technological advances that have brought agriculture to unprecedented heights, not enough is being done to protect its most basic element, according to farmer and philanthropist Howard Buffett.
Ag department predicts record corn crop despite delayed planting season
The May World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report, released earlier this month by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, showed that a record corn crop still is reachable despite a slow start to planting season, according to American Farm Bureau Federation analysts.
Trade show draws food buyers from more than 100 countries
The Illinois Department of Agriculture had a bigger presence at the world’s largest food service industry trade show, giving more Illinois food companies an opportunity to meet thousands of international buyers and grow their export business.
Senator Johanns wants answers from the EPA
At least one farm-state senator wants an explanation from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on its multiple releases of confidential information to activist organizations.
Indiana Agricultural Statistics Service office reorganizes
It is a busy year for folks at the National Agricultural Statistics Service office in Indiana. On top of normal data collection, internal reorganization efforts are being made to streamline NASS and make it more efficient.
Economist: Livestock producers should expect bright future
More efficient land use, a stalled demand for corn ethanol and increased demand for meat in developing countries should help boost the livestock industry in coming years, according to a Purdue University agricultural economist.
Lower feed prices could help hog producers with profits
Hog producers should return to profitability this spring because of lower feed prices, although delayed planting could still change that, a Purdue Extension agricultural economist said.
Scientists discover way to detect Johne’s disease in cattle
Detecting the costly, contagious Johne’s disease in cattle now is easier, thanks to U.S. Department of Agriculture scientists. Johne’s disease, also known as paratuberculosis, is estimated to cost the U.S. dairy industry more than $220 million each year.
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