January USDA reports move grain markets
Corn outlook: "I am not bullish, but I am friendly to the idea of new highs. We can’t have high prices without a 1 billion carryout in corn. We have to look to the new crop for help there."
Add heritage breed livestock to your farm
"Heritage" is an umbrella term that embraces pure breeds of livestock and poultry with deep histories in the United States. And many farmers are working to bring them from the brink of extinction.
Get the checkbook: Let the boat buying begin!
The stars are aligned. The bills mostly paid. You’ve been dreaming about it and permission has finally been granted by the keeper of the purse strings.
Remember to educate yourself, and your friends, about farming
As producers, we have many opportunities to share and educate.
New year, same focus on water quality
Water quality continues to be a focus, for farmers and everyone else.
Be real when assessing your dairy risk
In all likelihood, expect a tough year for dairy production.
When two or more animal species gather in nature
Many of us owe our interest in nature to books or films we experienced as children.
Ask FSA Andy about the MicroLoans program
Farm loan program has been extended.
2015 is dirt’s big year to shine
This year, center your resolutions around soil health.
On raising kids – and kids
As the children grow and change I have really enjoyed watching how the interaction between adult and child changes.
