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Former Tyson CEO Becomes Indigo Ag’s Third Leader
Former Tyson CEO Becomes Indigo Ag’s Third Leader

Dean Banks will join Flagship Pioneering as CEO-Partner and CEO of Indigo Ag; most recently, Banks was the former President and CEO of Tyson Foods.

Judge Orders Wind Turbines Removed From Osage Nation
Judge Orders Wind Turbines Removed From Osage Nation

Removal of the 84 turbines erected beginning 10 years ago without a mining permit from the Osage Nation ends a long legal battle and will cost the developers $300 million.

Federal Court Upholds Iowa ‘Ag Gag’ Laws: A Win for the Country, Gov. Reynolds Says
Federal Court Upholds Iowa ‘Ag Gag’ Laws: A Win for the Country, Gov. Reynolds Says

The Eighth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the constitutionality of two of Iowa’s trespass laws on Jan. 8. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds says this is a win for both Iowans and the country. Here's why.

El Nino to Weaken by Spring:  What Does it Means for Grain and Livestock Producers?
El Nino to Weaken by Spring: What Does it Means for Grain and Livestock Producers?

El Nino is starting to break down which is good news for grain producers but potentially bad news for cattle producers, especially feedlot operations. 

The World's Largest Hat Collection You Have to See to Believe
The World's Largest Hat Collection You Have to See to Believe

Wearing a different hat every day, it would take 319 years to get through Scott Legried's collection.

Legacy Leaders In Ag Retail: Top Awards From ARA Conference
Legacy Leaders In Ag Retail: Top Awards From ARA Conference

ARA reflects on their top awards from the 2023 annual Conference and Expo and shares what's coming up next for the organization.

New Ways To Address Healthcare Issues Are Needed For Rural Americans
New Ways To Address Healthcare Issues Are Needed For Rural Americans

From improved telehealth services to reimagined small-town hospitals, the National Rural Health Association is working to help folks in farm country tap into more and better medical care options.

Global Economic Slowdown Will Influence Grain, Dairy and Hog Markets in 2024
Global Economic Slowdown Will Influence Grain, Dairy and Hog Markets in 2024

Noted ag economist Dr. David Kohl forecasts tighter margins in the year ahead and emphasizes the need to globalize and future-proof operations. 

ASFMRA Names 2023 Professional Farm Manager of the Year
ASFMRA Names 2023 Professional Farm Manager of the Year

Ryan Kay, AFM, of Hertz Farm Management is the recipient of the 2023 Professional Farm Manager of the Year Award.

Meet The New NAICC President: Debra Stroschein
Meet The New NAICC President: Debra Stroschein

Debra Stroschein is the 2024 NAICC president. She has worked as a contract researcher in California for 30 years while operating her family’s third-generation farm.

Now Is the Time to Pay Attention to the Weather Forecast: Severe Snowstorm Forecasted to Dump Multiple Feet of Snow
Now Is the Time to Pay Attention to the Weather Forecast: Severe Snowstorm Forecasted to Dump Multiple Feet of Snow

Major winter storms are on the way early next week. With the possibility of blizzard conditions to flooding in the southeast, the impact on agriculture could be two-fold: good news for drought but stress to livestock.

Is Foreign Farmland Ownership Putting The Future At Risk In The ‘Land Of The Free’?
Is Foreign Farmland Ownership Putting The Future At Risk In The ‘Land Of The Free’?

Steve Cubbage explores the true intentions behind foreign land ownership, and if it could be planting seeds of risk for our food security and national security.

Seed Impact Mill Technology Hammers Herbicide-Resistant Weeds
Seed Impact Mill Technology Hammers Herbicide-Resistant Weeds

Harvest weed seed control systems have a hefty price tag, but some farmers and researchers say they are a good investment and provide a ROI, especially where resistant weeds are taking over and control options are few.

Register Now For This Year's ARA Management Academy
Register Now For This Year's ARA Management Academy

The ARA Management Academy is January 23 - 25, 2024, at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona.

Trimble Launches Connected Climate Exchange Marketplace
Trimble Launches Connected Climate Exchange Marketplace

By connecting farmers, agronomists, ag retailers and carbon buyers in one marketplace, the Connected Climate Exchange enables participation in carbon markets and sustainability programs, according to a press release.

Which Foreign Country Owns the Most Farmland in the U.S.? Hint: It's Not China
Which Foreign Country Owns the Most Farmland in the U.S.? Hint: It's Not China

In October 2023, Arkansas became the first state to ban foreign-owned farmland. More states look to adopt similar laws, but one policy expert says the issue is rooted in politics and warns of unintended consequences.

Sukup Manufacturing Acquires Automation Distributor
Sukup Manufacturing Acquires Automation Distributor

Founded in 1962, Ramco Innovations has become a leading distributor of automation products across the Midwest. It has 65 employees, which will transition to the new entity. 

Growers Appoints New Chief Operating Officer
Growers Appoints New Chief Operating Officer

Harrelson comes from a background in ag retail with roles including agronomy, energy and feed product line sales and working with manufacturers and distributors.

Worst-Case Scenario: Why Eric Snodgrass Thinks The Heavy Rainfall In Brazil Could Do More Harm Than Good
Worst-Case Scenario: Why Eric Snodgrass Thinks The Heavy Rainfall In Brazil Could Do More Harm Than Good

Brazil is seeing a sudden shift in weather with heavy rains now forecasted over the next two weeks. While it will bring relief to drought areas, it could cause harvest delays and issues planting the safrinha corn crop. 

Ag Economy Sentiment Reflects a Year-End Bump
Ag Economy Sentiment Reflects a Year-End Bump

The latest barometer, which is based on an economic sentiment survey of 400 agricultural producers each month, recorded a reading of 114 – down 1 point compared to a month earlier. 

The El Niño Effect: Is El Niño to Blame for the Historic Heat and Drought that Gripped the U.S. in 2023?
The El Niño Effect: Is El Niño to Blame for the Historic Heat and Drought that Gripped the U.S. in 2023?

From the intense heat in the South to drought blanketing much of the U.S., weather stole headlines again in 2023. What caused such extreme conditions? One meteorologist explains the culprits of the heat and drought.

Be proactive in managing through financial stress
Fraud Alert: Don’t Fall Victim to These Common Schemes

Farmers routinely handle high-dollar transactions — and the nature of the payments, often through unsecure methods, leaves them susceptible to foul play.

Two Takeaways On Nitrogen Stabilizer Research
Two Takeaways On Nitrogen Stabilizer Research

“Nitrogen is a farmer's biggest investment in corn production, so we need to do everything we can to protect it,” said Dan Quinn, assistant professor of agronomy at Purdue University.

Want to Avoid Leaving Climate-Smart Money On the Table? There's An App for That
Want to Avoid Leaving Climate-Smart Money On the Table? There's An App for That

AgWeb and Trust In Food’s beta Climate-Smart Opportunity Navigator is matching producers with Climate-Smart Commodities grants tailored to their operation.

Christmas Tree Farm Helps Families Make Memories
Christmas Tree Farm Helps Families Make Memories

Christmas tree farming is becoming a rarer part of American agriculture, but at Riverview Christmas Tree farm on the Iowa, South Dakota border they’re helping keep the tradition alive.

New Survey Shows Labor is Serious Challenge for Ag Industry
New Survey Shows Labor is Serious Challenge for Ag Industry

The availability of livestock workers was ranked as more limited than crop workers and finding long-term help seen as more difficult than temporary help due to the seasonal nature of the ag industry.

Iconic Holiday Road Trip Stop Returns to Its Georgia Pecan Farm Roots
Iconic Holiday Road Trip Stop Returns to Its Georgia Pecan Farm Roots

A few decades back, stopping at a Stuckey's during a holiday road trip wasn't uncommon. Today the company is eyeing a business comeback by focusing on its farming roots and leveraging quality Georgia pecans.

River Valley Cooperative Expands Grain And Transportation Assets With an Acquisition
River Valley Cooperative Expands Grain And Transportation Assets With an Acquisition

Rumbold and Kuhn, Inc., manages seven commercial grain elevator facilities in Illinois with locations in Duncan, Princeville, Putnam, Speer, Toulon, and two Wyoming locations.

From a Recession in China to $4 Corn, Here Are 10 Potential Surprises Ag Economists Say Could Impact Agriculture in 2024
From a Recession in China to $4 Corn, Here Are 10 Potential Surprises Ag Economists Say Could Impact Agriculture in 2024

From the election to world trade, as well as geopolitical factors that have the potential to shape agriculture in 2024, the December Ag Economists' Monthly Monitor shows the possibility of several economic surprises.

Mexican Rail Crossing Closures Delivering Significant Blow to U.S. Agriculture
Mexican Rail Crossing Closures Delivering Significant Blow to U.S. Agriculture

A coalition of nearly 50 ag groups are urging the Biden administration to take immediate action to open Mexican rail crossings before it's too late.

EPA Provides 6 Updates On Chlorpyrifos
EPA Provides 6 Updates On Chlorpyrifos

On November 2, 2023 the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals' released its decision to vacate the EPA 2021 final rule effectively prohibiting the use of the pesticide chlorpyrifos. This week EPA gave an update.

Koch Ag To Acquire Iowa Fertilizer Plant
Koch Ag To Acquire Iowa Fertilizer Plant

OCI Global, the Dutch parent of Iowa Fertilizer Co., opened the plant in 2017 with the annual capacity to produce 3.5 million metric tons of nitrogen fertilizers and diesel exhaust fluid.

Exclusive Q&A With Presidential Hopeful Ron DeSantis
Exclusive Q&A With Presidential Hopeful Ron DeSantis

Ron DeSantis, candidate for 2024 Republican presidential nomination and current Florida governor, joined Chip Flory on AgriTalk to share his motivation to be president and plans for agriculture if elected.

Utah CCA Named Certified Crop Advisor Conservationist of the Year
Utah CCA Named Certified Crop Advisor Conservationist of the Year

Through his work, Russell Taylor has focused on being an advocate for conservation practices in agriculture – partnering with several different organizations to change laws and draft language for the farm bill. 

5 High-Yield Farmers Share Their Secrets
5 High-Yield Farmers Share Their Secrets

It’s no surprise those who chase high-yield honors set aside acres for that very purpose. However, there’s something to learn from the management practices that go into growing a record crop.

America’s Premier Farmers and Ranchers to Gather at  2024 Top Producer Summit in Kansas City
America’s Premier Farmers and Ranchers to Gather at 2024 Top Producer Summit in Kansas City

Producers From Arkansas, Iowa and South Dakota Named Finalists for Prestigious Top Producer of the Year Award.

The Scoop Podcast: Weed Management Has a Thin Margin of Error
The Scoop Podcast: Weed Management Has a Thin Margin of Error

"All those things that play into how do you get your herbicide to go from 80 to 90 or 95% it's a very fine margin of error, but it's an art and when you do it correctly," says Kyle Gustafson.

Low-Input Soybeans Boom For Tennessee Farmer
Low-Input Soybeans Boom For Tennessee Farmer

“I’m shooting for consistent averages around 75 or 80 bushels without stacking inputs,” says Matt Griggs. “ROI don’t lie.”

David Hula Hit Another New Record Corn Yield With 623 BPA, Now Thinks 900 BPA Is Possible
David Hula Hit Another New Record Corn Yield With 623 BPA, Now Thinks 900 BPA Is Possible

Virginia farmer David Hula is known for growing big yields and he's doing so once again. He won the 2023 NCA National Corn Yield Contest with a new record yield, beating his previous world record set in 2019. 

American Vanguard Corporation Hires Chief Transformation Officer
American Vanguard Corporation Hires Chief Transformation Officer

Gualdoni will play a key role in the implementation of AVG’s three-pronged plan to improve operating leverage and align people and processes with enhanced profit.

Christmas Miracle: She Found Her Fiancé Clinging to Life After A Major Anhydrous Leak, Here's How She Helped Save Him
Christmas Miracle: She Found Her Fiancé Clinging to Life After A Major Anhydrous Leak, Here's How She Helped Save Him

On Nov. 19, 2023, Iowa farmer Joe Rempe suffered severe injuries from an anhydrous leak while in the field. His fiance, Kendra Vander Leest, not only helped save Joe, but she's been caring for him since.

New Legislation Would Require USDA to Study Fertilizer Industry
New Legislation Would Require USDA to Study Fertilizer Industry

The Fertilizer Research Act has been introduced by three senators to require USDA to study competition and trends in the fertilizer market.

Rabobank: Tighter Margins Globally For Row Crop Farmers in 2024
Rabobank: Tighter Margins Globally For Row Crop Farmers in 2024

The report shares markets are at a crossroads—prices could move in either direction.

8 Factors Shaping the Rural Economy in 2024
8 Factors Shaping the Rural Economy in 2024

CoBank has released their 2024 outlook report, which takes a look at the key themes the organization expects to shape agricultural and the rural economy in the coming year.

The Scoop Podcast: Zombie Weeds And Using All the Tools In The Toolbox
The Scoop Podcast: Zombie Weeds And Using All the Tools In The Toolbox

"The number one thing as I'm talking with people is how are we going to get consistent weed control into 2024,” Tyler Steinkamp says. 

What's Top Of Mind For Ag Lenders Right Now
What's Top Of Mind For Ag Lenders Right Now

Looking at the farm economy as well as lending conditions, over 260 ag lenders ranked their top 12 concerns for what institutions and producers are facing.

Sipcam Oxon Acquires Odom Industries' Assets
Sipcam Oxon Acquires Odom Industries' Assets

The transaction will give Sipcam Agro USA full integration along the value chain, with its own formulation and logistic assets. 

Phosphate Fertilizer: There’s a Lot of Risk in The System
Phosphate Fertilizer: There’s a Lot of Risk in The System

“In this market, there's a lot of risk from the farm gates to the retail side. So more conversation goes along way this year,” Josh Linville says. 

5 Tips To Achieve The Best Fertilizer Spread Pattern
5 Tips To Achieve The Best Fertilizer Spread Pattern

The team at Heartland Ag Systems offers their advice for keeping fertilizer spreaders running in top shape.

Lee Pemberton Named 2023 Operator of the Year
Lee Pemberton Named 2023 Operator of the Year

Pemberton was nominated for the award by his colleagues who recognize his ability to care for his equipment, his deep field knowledge and the guidance and consideration he provides.