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New tech could revolutionize grain management
GrainViz will allow you to see moisture levels inside grain bins down to the bushel. Game-changing technologies in agriculture pop up frequently: autosteering for tractors, Precision Planting’s smart...
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Comment on milk labeling by Jan. 28, 2019
More than 11,000 comments received so far on labeling of plant-based beverages as milk. A national survey on terms related to milk conducted by global market research and consulting firm IPSOS...
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Secretary of Agriculture announces all FSA offices to reopen
Sonny Perdue talks with Max Armstrong about the partial reopening of the offices for the coming weeks Beginning Jan. 24, all FSA offices will open and offer a longer list of services. USDA has...
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12 rules to live and farm by today
A no-tiller expresses what has guided him as he’s made changes over time. Johnny Hunter II came a long way to share with others what he learned in just over a dozen years of farming. He farms near...
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Trade, refugees discussed at World Economic Forum
Cargill CEO talks about trade war impacts, IMF explores bright spots in global economy and New Zealand leader talks about new kind of leadership. The World Economic Forum brings together political,...
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Bunge hires former ConAgra boss
Gregory Heckman was named as acting CEO to replace Soren Schroder. by Mario Parker and Javier BlasBunge Ltd. appointed the former head of a rival agricultural trading house as chief executive officer...
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Apply for Growmark Foundation scholarship by April 12, 2019
Scholarships are for students in the United States and Ontario, Canada, for students pursuing two or four-year degrees or trade school certification. The Growmark Foundation is offering a $1,500...
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Farm Progress America, Jan. 23, 2019
Max Armstrong looks at the advancement in sensor use in animal agriculture Max Armstrong shares how the technology of installing a security system has changed over time. The key is a change in sensors...
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Taking ag tech to a wider audience
A trip to Las Vegas was an eye opener both for the tech seen, and the audience’s ag knowledge The display was a standout. The largest single piece of equipment graced the south hall of the Las Vegas...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Jan. 23, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about home building and interest rates, the reopening of FSA offices and a shortage of candy conversation hearts. A home-building boom isn't happening in many areas as interest...
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Silage collapse can prove deadly
Purdue farm safety specialist offers tips to avoid incidents around stored commodities. By Stan MadduxA Purdue University farm safety expert says nobody should be on foot at the face of an outdoor...
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Know what ag’s opponents are saying
Separate fact from fiction when examining information from anyone. If you think you get lots of junk email, try being the editor of a farm magazine. Various groups flood my inbox with information I...
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Max Armstrong talks about regulating "fake meat" at state levels, as well as poor road conditions and crashes and being prepared for winter driving. Washington regulatory agencies aren't the only ones...
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House Ag Committee members announced for 116th Congress
Committee will have 26 Democrats and 21 Republicans. California has largest delegation on the committee. Members of the House Agriculture Committee have been announced. Rep. Collin Peterson,...
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Commodity Classic 2019 registrations running ahead of past years
Commodity Classic includes seminars, trade show, speakers, entertainment and networking opportunities. Farmer registrations for 2019 Commodity Classic are running 17% ahead of the same time in 2018...
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CoBank releases 2019 outlook report
Report examines 10 key factors that will shape agriculture and markets sectors that serve rural communities throughout the U.S.Global and U.S. economic prospects are weakening and the agricultural...
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Need to refresh your application skills?
Agco and Asmark Institute course helps trainees refresh their skills and fully understand the stewardship and application of complex new chemistries, new buffer requirements and changing regulations....
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Farm Progress America, Jan. 24, 2019
Max Armstrong looks at a new odor control tech being employed by the swine industry Max Armstrong looks at the adoption of new technology in the swine industry to improve air quality for employees....
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Farmers mull more corn, fewer soybeans
Trade and price questions keep planting intentions in play for 2019. The government shutdown that postponed key January USDA reports has grain markets on hold. But farmers penciling plans for spring...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Jan. 24, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about the gunman in a Florida shooting, snowmobile safety, Brazilian export infrastructure and candy conversation hearts. A woman claims she had tried warning people (in the past)...
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