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Watch for signs of SDS, other diseases in soybeans
Insects and diseases, such as sudden death syndrome, could still attack late-planted soybeans. You may not normally scout soybeans in late September. Getting ready to harvest them at this time of year...
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Pork processors set to rake in windfall after USDA changes rules
NPPC praises move to make hog slaughter faster and remove maximum speeds By Lydia Mulvany and Mike DorningNew Department of Agriculture regulations are set to bring U.S. pork processors a...
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USDA resumes collection of honey bee data
USDA paused survey in July USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will resume the collection of data for the annual Honey Bee Colonies report with an Oct. 1 reference date.USDA paused the...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Sept. 18, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about interest rate impact, a Nazi flag, a banned surgeon, a guilty nurse and harvest heroes. Interest rate changes help some, and hurt others.School officials in Michigan found a...
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Farm Progress America, September 19, 2019
Max Armstrong shares a move by USDA to change its regulatory oversight of gene editing Max Armstrong looks at a move by USDA to streamline the path for gene editing. Max discusses a new approach...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Sept. 19, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about flu shots, African swine fever, a Missouri criminal and Mike Pence breaking tradition. Have you had your flu shot yet?African swine fever has been confirmed South Korea.A...
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Trump administration adopts nationwide fuel economy rules
Rule expected to spark legal battle between federal government and California The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the U.S. EPA moved toward...
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29 orgs call for Internal Revenue Code revisions
Organizations say IRS interpretation could impair ability to use cash accounting method Twenty-nine agricultural associations and businesses are calling for the repeal of an IRS opinion they say...
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More funny farm memes
Need a laugh? These farm-related memes should help. Laugh with us as you wait to start harvest, sit in line at the elevator or just need a break from all the heavy things in life. This collection of...
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Ag secretaries push for USMCA passage
USMCA will create new market access opportunities for U.S. dairy, poultry and egg exports to Canada.In a unified, bipartisan effort, current and previous agriculture secretaries -- including current...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Sept. 19, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about global strike marches, livestock industry reports and a mosquito-transmitted illness. Thousands of high school students plan to skip school tomorrow to attend global strike...
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Face-to-face talks resume between China, U.S.
Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross says Trump administration is pressing for a wide range of deep economic reforms in China By Sarah McGregor and Jenny LeonardTrade negotiators from the U.S. and China...
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7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Sept. 20, 2019
Chinese delegation to visit U.S. farms, USDA changes hog slaughter rules and fish farming in the ocean among news of the week Missed some ag news this week? Here are seven stories to catch up you.1. A...
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Farm Progress America, September 20, 2019
Max Armstrong talks farm safety and children on the farm Max Armstrong looks at data during the National Farm Safety and Health Week with an eye toward the dangers on the farm for children. According...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Sept. 20, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about the Cubs and Cardinals, a buggy accident, support for USMCA and a capable pilot. The Cubs and Cardinals played their September series.An Amish buggy was hit on the road in...
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Trump tries to make peace between refiners, biofuel producers
Trump says making a deal between oil and biofuel interests is more difficult than dealing with Taliban By Jennifer Jacobs, Jennifer A. Dlouhy and Mario ParkerPresident Donald Trump on Thursday...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Sept. 20, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about the oil market, a deadline extension for the dairy program and the Harvest Heroes program. After last week's middle east attack, the oil market has been impacted. But it's...
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This Week in Agribusiness – September 21, 2019
Orion Samuelson and Max Armstrong talk trade, markets, technology and farm safety Note: Start the video and all parts will play through as the full showPart 1Orion Samuelson and Max Armstrong are...
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Chinese delegation cancels visit to U.S. heartland
Cancellation comes after Trump says he's not interested in 'partial deal' with China By Mike Dorning, Jordan Fabian and Mario ParkerA Chinese trade delegation canceled a planned visit to farms in the...
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Celebrating a milestone with a new machine
New Holland launches latest edition of new combine, marks 45 years with twin-rotor We don’t often discuss a new machine launch in this column. The aim here is to pique your interest in new ideas or...
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