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ISDA and Ports of Indiana to increase ag trade and container shipping

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture and Ports of Indiana are creating new container shipping opportunties to expand the state’s agriculture trade. Last week, the groups signed a memorandum of understanding to increase their collaboration efforts. ISDA director Don Lamb says it gives farmers more... Read More.

Corn farmers take nutrient message to Gulf

The director of conservation and nutrient stewardship with the Illinois Corn Growers Association says efforts by farmers to limit nutrient loss are being noticed. Megan Dwyer recently led a group to Louisiana to see the issues being faced downstream. “We met with some shrimpers.... Read More.

Egg production down in September

U.S. egg production has declined for the sixth month in a row. The USDA says 8.92 billion chicken eggs were produced during September, a dip of 2% on the year, with a 3% decrease in the number of laying hens more than canceling out... Read More.

Fire risks possible at harvest

The director of USDA’s Midwest Climate Hub says the widespread drought conditions paired with warm temperatures and wind could cause greater fire risks at harvest. Dennis Todey says farmers and ranchers should confirm farm equipment is in good working order before it goes to... Read More.

Analyst says grain market recovery possible

A market analyst says he’s expecting the grain markets to recover from the recent downturn in prices. Richard Brock with Brock Associates tells Brownfield there was a lot weighing on the markets last week. It was the heaviest week for U.S. corn harvest, soybean... Read More.

Looking for signs of growth in the cattle herd

The USDA releases its latest Cattle on Feed numbers on Friday.  Livestock economist Scott Brown says there are still no clear signs to indicate growth in the U.S. cattle herd. “I can anecdotally find folks who will say no growth to folks that are... Read More.

Teach Ag leader dives into ag educator needs

An agricultural education associate professor says ag teacher retention is just as important as recruitment. Aaron McKim with Michigan State University has been studying what changes could reduce teacher shortages. “Maybe it’s the system of agricultural education, or the system of a school system,... Read More.

Electric line safety: avoid, stay put, or do the shuffle?

Consumers Energy is reminding farm operators to take notice of electrical lines this harvest season. Public Safety Advisor Chelsea Dodge tells Brownfield if equipment does become entangled, stay put until help arrives. “In worst-case situations, we want people to be safe, so if they... Read More.

AVMA says veterinarian supply looks stable, shortages localized

Strong demand for veterinarians continues to attract new graduates toward companion animal practice. John Volk with Brakke Consulting tells Brownfield companion animals make up about three-fourths of veterinarian services and filling demands in rural areas can be challenging. “Because the market has been so... Read More.

Nebraska farmer finishes harvest early

Dry conditions have sped up harvest for many Nebraska farmers, including Doug Saathoff… “We finished Friday afternoon. Everything is done. Now the clean up begins.” He says it’s the earliest he’s finished and is pleased with how his crops turned out. “Corn was real... Read More.
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