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Crop Varies by Region
Published November 7, 2023
The corn harvest is in the final stretch in northwest Minnesota."A lot of pleased farmers out there," said Pioneer Territory Manager Jerod Hanson. "The yields have been very good, above average, and they're happy to have the crop they have…Ag Committee Chair Calls for Farm Bill Extension
Published November 7, 2023
House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn ‘G.T.’ Thompson wants the farm bill extended until the end of September, 2024. Thompson made that point during an event in Oklahoma City. "I would love to be able to honor the new Speaker with his…A Perception Gap Between Farmers and Consumers
Published November 7, 2023
There are wide gaps in perceptions between farmers and consumers. That’s according to a survey conducted this past spring by Nutrien. The largest divide between farmers and consumers is in environmental stewardship. When asked if farmers use more chemicals than…‘Butter’ Days Ahead for the Dairy Industry
Published November 7, 2023
A new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange said there is tremendous upset potential for domestic butter demand. That’s on top of the significant growth in domestic butterfat production over the past ten years. While milk consumption is down, CoBank is…From NAWG to Broadband Trade Group
Published November 7, 2023
Mariah Wollweber has joined USTelecom/The Broadband Association as its senior director of communications. Most recently, Wollweber was the director of communications and partnerships for the National Association of Wheat Growers.Honig Takes on New Role
Published November 7, 2023
Lance Honig was named the acting chair of USDA's National Agricultural Statistics board. Honig has been the crops branch chair since 2008. He replaces Joe Parsons, who has been appointed NASS associate administrator.Mogck Re-elected to Angus Board
Published November 7, 2023
Five members of the American Angus Association board of directors were re-elected. That list includes Charles Mogck of Olivet, South Dakota. Mogck is a third-generation Angus breeder.Winterizing Tips
Published November 6, 2023
Preparing equipment for winter storage is top of mind as farmers finish harvest and fall tillage. New Holland Manager of Product Marketing Aaron Booth recommends creating a checklist, beginning with any repairs that need to be done. "This time of…Chipping Away at Corn Harvest
Published November 6, 2023
BASF Technical Service Representative Ken Deibert says harvest progress is coming along after the snow melted off. "There was quite a bit of progress last week after the snow melted off, but I don't know if sunflowers are quite ready…