We need agricultural technology to feed the world
MANHATTAN, Kan. -- To feed a world population projected to exceed 9 billion people by 2050, technology that can enhance food production will be...
Some USDA Farm Service Agency offices to reopen
Many USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices will reopen temporarily in the next three days to perform certain limited services for farmers
Fewer honeybees lost over winter
The previous five years, winter honeybee losses were around 30 percent, but only 22 percent died this year.
Rethink rotations before switching to organic grains
In Purdue research, a corn-soybeans-wheat/alfalfa-alfalfa rotation provided the highest first-crop profitability in transitioning to organic grain production.
Distillers grains offer viable feed option for young dairy heifers
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Dairy producers looking for a low-cost, high-quality heifer feed should consider distillers grains, says a Purdue Extension dairy nutrition specialist.
New ‘dual resistant’ tomatoes fight lethal pests with one-two punch
The new varieties could be a boon to the U.S agricultural economy, and also have significant impact in the developing world.
Cash prices will barely cover direct costs of raising corn
There's been shift in profit centers on some Midwestern dairy farms for a couple years, one that is likely to shift again in 2014.
Congresswoman calls for an end to market manipulation of oil, gas markets
WASHINGTON — Connecticut Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro is focusing on congressional action to close loopholes that may be responsible for market manipulation of the...
Dairymen have until Nov. 20 to join Margin Protection Program
Dairymen have until Nov. 20 to enroll in the federal Margin Protection Program for coverage in 2016.
Senate farm bill moves out of committee
The Senate Ag Committee passed its version of the 2018 farm bill out of committee with a 20-1 vote earlier today.
