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Samples find high levels of mycotoxins in 2018 corn
Mycotoxins in U.S. corn silage samples are also showing an increase in occurrence this year. Harvest samples from across the U.S. that have been submitted to the Alltech 37+ mycotoxin analytical...
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Virulent Newcastle confirmed in commercial flock in California
This is the first case in commercial poultry since 2003. The presence of virulent Newcastle disease has been confirmed in a commercial chicken flock in Riverside County, California.USDA’s Animal and...
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35th class of ASA Young Leaders begin leadership journey
Representatives from 19 states and the Grain Farmers of Ontario participated in the program. The 35th class of American Soybean Association Corteva Agriscience, Agriculture Division of DowDuPont Young...
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Farm Progress America, Dec. 18, 2018
Max Armstrong looks at the impact of organic farming on the environment Max Armstrong offers news that consumers are eating more organic foods than ever. He’s reporting on news from the Organic Trade...
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5 points from Corn Harvest Quality Report
U.S. Grain Council report reveals 2018 crop may be the third-largest crop on record. A warm and moist growing season resulted in near-record yields and good quality for the 2018 corn crop, according...
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Learn 5 ways to solve farm business problems at Farm Futures Summit
Iowa farmer Chris Barron will reveal how farm collaboration lowers costs and sets you up for farm growth. Tight margins are forcing farmers to rethink their independent business model. From high...
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4 highlights from Intersection of Meat Exports and Corn Use study
Beef and pork exports are important market for corn and DDGS, U.S. Meat Export Federation study finds. Beef and pork exports will use a combined total of 14.9 million tons of corn and DDGS in 2018,...
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DFA to acquire Agropur facility
The acquisition expands DFA's extended shelf-life capabilities. Dairy Farmers of America is acquiring Agropur’s St. Paul, Minn., facility.The acquisition by DFA, which is subject to satisfaction of...
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New, used or custom? Consider options before purchasing planter
Profit Planners talk options for upgrading a planter or hiring a custom planter. I have a 150-cow dairy in Lancaster County. Even with the downturn in dairy prices, I’m doing OK. So that’s why I’m...
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Cover crops, no-till all about right mindset
This veteran no-tiller and cover cropper shares what he believes it takes to make these systems work. Even in Indiana, known nationally as a leader in cover crops and soil health, only about 4% of all...
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Cargill Protein shows off its new Wichita headquarters
New Cargill Protein building is 188,000 square feet under roof with expansive outdoor spaces. The design of Cargill Protein’s new headquarters at 825 E. Douglas in Wichita, a $70 million project, was...
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Organics. A missed opportunity for American farmers?
U.S. relies on imports to fill demand for organic corn and soybeans. By 2022, there will be a need for 1.95 million acres of organic soybeans and corn to fill the world’s demand. That is ifthe organic...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Dec. 19, 2018
Max Armstrong talks about interest rates, more soybean exports to China, death during the holiday season and USPS holiday shipping. We may hear about another interest rate hike today. Chinese...
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Farm bill could give hemp a boost
The 2018 Farm Bill removes industrial hemp from federally controlled substances list. by Craig GiammonaThe status of cannabis component CBD as a trendy new superfood ingredient may be cemented this...
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Max Armstrong talks about the likelihood of a white Christmas, help for families of fallen first responders, Sen. Pat Roberts' ag committee seat and Christmas cards. What's the liklihood of a white...
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14 findings from ERS family farm report
The report finds 98% of U.S. farms are family farms. USDA’s Economic Research Service recently released a report, America's Diverse Family Farms: 2018 Edition. This report provides an overview of U.S....
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One picture tells earthworm story
Sometimes it pays to be in the right place at the right time with a camera. Study the picture of a slab of soil carefully. In this case, soil compaction didn’t create the thin layer that held together...
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This family knows Gleaner combines
Throwback Tech: A previous article about the history of Gleaner combines brings response from people who own them. A few weeks ago, a Throwback Tech column discussed Gleaner combines— specifically the...
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Farm Progress America, Dec. 20, 2018
Max Armstrong shares insight into farmers work on and off their farms Max Armstrong digs into some of the reasons for people working off-the-farm. USDA recently looked at on- and off-farm labor. Max...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Dec. 20, 2018
Max Armstrong talks about the Ohio governor's plans, an oil pipeline, South American soybean production, a tiny house theft and a drug trial. The governor of Ohio still has plans for the future. A...
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