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Proposed SNAP rule change would save $2.5 billion annually
Democrats say Trump administration proposal is mean-spirited The Trump administration today (July 23) released a proposed rule that would limit Supplemental Nutrition Assistance and Temporary...
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Farmers will get at least $15 per acre in trade aid
Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue says full details will be released this week Reuters is reporting that the minimum payment to farmers under the next round of trade-related federal aid will be $15 per acre....
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Midwest Dairy launches refreshed website
The new site boasts improved navigation and features that showcase checkoff investment at work Midwest Dairy has launched a refreshed website, designed to ensure the information most relevant to dairy...
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‘Gasolinegate’ report details EPA’s anti-ethanol collusion
The report alleges EPA colluded with the oil industry to limit adoption of ethanol. Farmers Union Enterprises has published a report detailing its claim that the U.S. Environmental Protection has...
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Tyson contributes $1 million for 46 school districts
Money will fund projects in 37 communities with Tyson facilities Tyson Foods will fund $1 million in DonorsChoose.org projects for 46 school districts in 37 Tyson communitiesBetween Aug. 1, 2019, and...
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Farm Progress America, July 24, 2019
Max Armstrong talks trade, replacing NAFTA and what farmers can do Max Armstrong shares a reminder by commodity groups for farmers to connect with lawmakers to talk about trade. The focus is the U.S....
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Max Armstrong talks about contaminated sand, flood aftermath, charges in a toddler death, a bike crash and a message in a bottle. Sand piles still line roadways in Nebraska, and residents are...
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Cargill sets 30% GHG reduction target by 2030
BeefUp Sustainability commits to 30% reduction in greenhouse gas intensity across Cargill's North American beef supply chain by 2030. Global demand for protein is rising rapidly, challenging farmers,...
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Chinese government approves soybean purchase
The retaliatory tariff-free quota for 2 million to 3 million tons will be part of a goodwill gesture toward the U.S. By Bloomberg NewsThe Chinese government has given the go-ahead for five companies...
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Discovery in old barn turns into 4-H project
Throwback Tech: Early farmers liked recreation and hunting, too; this antique clay pigeon launcher proves it. Just about the time you think kids today spend all their time on cellphones, Facebook and...
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Find RV, tent camping for Farm Progress Show stay
The grounds open to camper and RV parking at noon Aug. 26. The Farm Progress Show runs Aug. 27-29 in Decatur, Ill. RV and camper parking is available west of the show grounds and north of Richland...
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Climate change expected to increase cost of farm programs
USDA ERS report examines impact of climate change on cost of federal farm safety net programs A new study from USDA’s Economic Research Service explores how climate change may impact the cost of the...
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Is it time to order your fall propane?
Propane council encourages producers to plan ahead to ensure adequate drying fuel for fall use With a delayed planting season, the Propane Education & Research Council encourages producers to...
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McDonald's strives too refine, replace and reduce antibiotic use
McDonald's worked with ranchers and veterinarians to develop guidelines for responsible antibiotic use U.S. consumers annually eat about 600 million pounds of beef at McDonald’s. The company released...
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Who needs emotional support goats?
Maybe me, if I continue to lock myself out of the house in flip-flops with cows on the loose. Also, it’s fair week. I had one job: Stay home and take care of the small livestock.John and the kids took...
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Farm Progress America, July 25, 2019
Max Armstrong shares the history of the Half Century of Progress show Max Armstrong is heading to Rantoul soon for the Half Century of Progress event. Max has been involved in the show since 2003, the...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, July 25, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about distracted driving, the Osh Kosh Air Show, Farm Tech Days and the importance of good sound systems. Young people aren't the only distracted drivers.The Osh Kosh Air Show had...
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Details of 2019 Market Facilitation Program released
USDA will begin issuing trade aid in August to crop, livestock producers Updated: Livestock producers, speciality crop growers will receive payments tooProducer payments range from $15 per acre to...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, July 25, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about weekend weather, the Big Boy locomotive, trade talks and airshow friendships. While it's felt cooler this week, the Upper Midwest will warm up this weekend.The Big Boy...
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Slugs hang around longer than usual due to weather
Soybean Watch: Leaf chewing on young plants may be due to slugs. Steve Gauck wasn’t surprised to find slug feeding as soon as he stepped into the Soybean Watch ’19 field on July 8. Traditionally,...
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