Comment by April 15, 2019, on new WOTUS definition
This proposal is the second step in a two-step process intended to review and revise the definition of “waters of the United States." The EPA and the Department of the Army published the proposed rule...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, Feb 18, 2019
Max Armstrong shares some history about the 90-year old FFA Max Armstrong looks back at the beginning of the Future Farmers of America, where in the early years allowing young women to join was...
View ArticleMORNING-Midwest Digest-2-18-19
Max Armstrong provides insight on a vigil in Illinois, an interesting problem in Tennessee and celebrates FFA Max Armstrong shares a look at the crowd that gathered in Aurora, Ill., to remember the...
View ArticleCanada farmers aim to plant less soybeans
This new crop for the prairies is losing favor as the U.S.-China trade spat cuts prices After becoming the hot new crop in parts of Canada’s prairies, soybeans are starting to lose their appeal as...
View ArticleMIDDAY-MidwestDigest-2-18-19
Max Armstrong talks about support for Aurora shooting victims, the upcoming Commodity Classic, a vehicle for moving cannabis and a special celebration for FFA Week Max Armstrong shares news that a Go...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, Feb 19, 2019
Max Armstrong shares more insight into what FFA members learn as part of the organization Max Armstrong continues his look at FFA and the work done by the organization. He shares a look at how the...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Feb. 19, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about an alert mishap, donations, more snow on the way and the death of stink bugs. An alert was sent in error to students at Ohio State University, saying there was an active...
View ArticleNational Pork Board to award up to 20 scholarships totaling $46,000
Approximately 80% of the previous recipients of the Pork Industry Scholarship have pursued advanced degrees as they prepared to serve the industry as veterinarians, nutritionists, reproductive...
View ArticleWebinar designed for first-time cover croppers
If all you want are the basics so you can try cover crops this year, this webinar is for you. You’ve decided it’s time to try cover crops on your farm, and you want straight talk about how to make...
View ArticlePerdue to speak at Commodity Classic on March 1
Perdue is expected to share information on international trade, farm bill implementation and rural development. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue will be the keynote speaker at the 2019 Commodity...
View ArticleMIDDAY Midwest Digest, Feb. 19, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about a family remembered, African Swine Fever impact on pork consumption, possibility of more snow days and a woman's need to close a store. Bodies of a woman and three children...
View ArticleThis farmer puts soil health to work for him
Here are some of the specifics Rick Clark practices to improve soil health. Finding progressive no-tillers who plant green before terminating a cover crop is becoming easier to do these days. However,...
View ArticleSpecial ride for well-known guest at Purdue Fish Fry
Ag broadcaster Max Armstrong was master of ceremonies for a reunion of Purdue deans. You are likely to see just about anything at the annual Purdue University Ag Alumni Fish Fry, even though it’s a...
View ArticleArkansas farmer talks no-till, weed control, livestock venture
Adam Chappell entertained and educated at the No-till on the Plains Winter Conference. Adam Chappell grew up as the fourth generation of an Arkansas farm family. But he had no intention of coming back...
View ArticleLawmakers oppose NIFA, ERS relocation
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue proposed moving the two agencies outside nation's capital last summer. Reps. Chellie Pingree and Sanford Bishop last week reintroduced the Agriculture Research...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, Feb 20, 2019
Max Armstrong continues the celebration of FFA Week with a look at the history of a key symbol of the group – that corduroy jacket Max Armstrong considers a hallmark of FFA membership, that corduroy...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Feb. 20, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about an emergency landing, cancelled flights, Commodity Classic and an unsurprising lawsuit. A flight from Milwaukee to Atlanta made an emergency landing in Chatanooga after a...
View ArticleU.S., Chinese negotiators resume trade talks
U.S. is asking China to keep the value of the yuan stable. U.S. and Chinese negotiators continue to talk in hopes of reaching an agreement before a March 1 deadline when President Trump may increase...
View ArticleCorteva acquires Clearfield canola production system
BASF also sells Trunemco nematode seed treatment, which is pending EPA registration. BASF’s Clearfield canola production system in Canada and the U.S. has been acquired by Corteva Agriscience,...
View ArticleWhat are young farmers and ranchers thinking about?
Finances, stress and perception top the list of problems, according to the next generation. Jamie Johansen understands the issues facing today’s younger farming generation. After all, she is a...
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