Second round of CFAP could come after Labor Day
Secretary Perdue said additional coronavirus aid could get to farmers in next few weeks. In recognizing that additional assistance is needed for farmers to deal with the market fallout from the...
View ArticleLocal Farmer Act introduced in House
Legislation would deliver pandemic aid for farmers, ranchers and local food businesses. A North Carolina Democrat has introduced legislation to support farmers, ranchers and local and regional food...
View ArticleMore than $9.2 billion in CFAP payments issued
Iowa producers have received the most aid thus far, with 48,255 receiving more than $921 million. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue confirmed Wednesday that USDA will be offering a second round of...
View ArticleFSA cuts organic cost-share funding
Lawmakers question USDA's reduction in organic cost-share reimbursement. Recent changes to the Farm Service Agency's Organic Certification Cost Share Program have drawn questions from lawmakers.On...
View ArticleFPS back in Illinois in 2021
The Farm Progress Show will stick to its normal schedule, alternating between Illinois and Iowa, despite 2020 setbacks. Look for the 2021 show in Decatur, Ill. The Farm Progress Show will return as...
View ArticleBata Farms saves money with pig barn conversions
Slideshow: The family operation converted old pig barn facilities into modern shops, a parts warehouse and more. Joe Bata and sons, Chris and Mark, are handy with nailers, saws and just about all...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, August 27, 2020
Max Armstrong tells the story of a new business started by beef-loving baseball hall of famer Nolan Ryan Max Armstrong shares the story of famed baseball player Nolan Ryan who loves beef and had the...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Aug. 27, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about a GoFundMe page for a man defending businesses from looters, a lack of moisture in Iowa and statistics about working from home. There's a GoFundMe page for a man in Kenosha,...
View ArticleSyngenta Group reports first half year performance
Group sales were $12 billion as all four businesses reported sales growth.Syngenta Group’s first half year results have been announced. The Group increased sales by 2% to more than $12 billion...
View ArticleLess travel, more screen time change perspective
The trade show experience moves to my computer with the Farm Progress Virtual Experience. It’s a well-known fact, if you read this column, that I love farm shows. In fact, I’m kind of a trade show...
View Article7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Aug. 28, 2020
More COVID aid for farmers likely, land values decrease in South Dakota and new National Petite Miss Ag named. Missed some ag news this week? Here are 7 stories you might have missed.1. Agriculture...
View Article9 ways to keep kids safe on the farm
Kids are home on the farm more than usual this fall due to COVID-19. Here’s how to keep them safe, no matter their age or circumstance. If there’s one thing we know in the midst of this COVID-19...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, August 28, 2020
Max Armstrong digs into the biotech market discussing which crops are genetically modified Max Armstrong recalls a move by Congress to fund the Agricultural Biotechnology Education and Outreach...
View ArticleMeet the Demeter Award recipients
Three women recognized for their outstanding achievements in agriculture. Ponsi Trivisvavet of Inari, Priscila Vansetti Machado of Corteva Agriscience and Amy Wu of From Farms to Incubators will be...
View ArticleLawmakers call on Perdue to reverse school meal decision
Sen. Stabenow, Rep. Scott call on USDA to extend all flexibilities to provide school meals during the school year. U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow and Rep. Robert C. "Bobby" Scott are calling on USDA to...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Aug. 28, 2020
Max Armstrong talks about a court appearance, National Guard assistance, river transportation, a grain bin accident, the passing of a basketball coach and a revived creamery. A 17-year-old charged...
View ArticleBringing life to a virtual event
The Around Farm Progress Podcast takes a deeper look at the upcoming Farm Progress Virtual Experience What does it really mean when farmers can't make the trip to big fall farm shows for 2020? They'll...
View ArticleInitiative aims to reduce farmland loss
American Farmland Trust will launch Farming is Our Future Initiative with Facebook live event on Aug. 30. The Farming is Our Future initiative of the American Farmland Trust will transform agriculture...
View ArticleThis Week in Agribusiness, Aug. 29, 2020
Farmer resiliency, Farm Progress Virtual Experience and damage impact from the derecho storm are big topics this week. Part 1Max checks in with USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue about the recent weather...
View ArticleStudents take detours on way to college
Interest in gap year opportunities jumps as college freshmen pursue alternatives amidst COVID-19 pandemic. By Catherine LeffertCydney Truby thought she’d be leaving Texas this month to start her...
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