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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...

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Local 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...

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More 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...

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FSA 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...

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FPS 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...

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Bata 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...

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Farm 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...

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MORNING 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,...

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Syngenta 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...

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Less 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...

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7 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...

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9 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...

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Farm 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...

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Meet 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...

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Lawmakers 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...

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MORNING 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...

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Bringing 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...

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Initiative 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...

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This 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...

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Students 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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