A hydroponic produce farm in Indianapolis is filling a need in food deserts around the city. Food deserts are areas where grocery stores aren’t easily accessible. More than 200,000 people live in food deserts in Indy, according to a study published by SAVI.

There were no surprises in the agricultural supply and demand estimates report April 9 as the trade turns its focus to planting season and the upcoming weather conditions.

With the new mid-marketing year stocks numbers plugged in, the U.S. Department of Agriculture released the agricultural supply and demand report April 9.

Farmers seem more optimistic about the future, according to the latest reading of Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer.

Regulations, consolidations, state budget cuts, training requirements and environmental concerns are only a snapshot of issues Jean Payne took head-on during her two-plus decades at the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association.

The Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association has named KJ Johnson as its interim president. In this role, Johnson will serve as CEO. He will manage the overall operation and resources of IFCA, including oversight of regulatory and legislative issues and the development of programs that promote stewardship and safety for the nutrient and agrichemical industry.

Douglas D. Ray, accredited farm manager with Ray Farm Management Services in Princeton, was recently recognized by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers for 35 years of membership within the organization.

Chris Peacock, with Halderman Real Estate and Farm Management, is a member of the 2020 APEX Producers Club by the Realtors Land Institute as a part of the RLI APEX Production Awards Program, sponsored by The Land Report.

Veterans have a long history of service to our country through military service and agriculture alike.