First cutting of forages in battle for Midwest farmers’ attention
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Consistently saturated soils from heavy spring rainfall have taken their toll on some Midwest forage crops -- especially alfalfa grown on soils that are less than moderately well drained.
Korean free-trade agreement could open market for U.S. agriculture
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — American agriculture should benefit from a pending free-trade agreement between the United States and Korea, according to an expert in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences.
Risk Management Agency regional office offers tips for crop insurance and flood claims
Heavy rainfall and flood conditions across the Midwest have caused crop damage and slowed planting this spring. Producers who are unable to plant an insured crop by the final planting date due to an insurable cause, such as excess moisture and flooding have a number of options.
Lack of worm control in goats can destroy herd
NEOSHO, Mo. — The recent wet weather and the warm days to follow usually means an increase in internal parasites or worms in sheep...
Mich. wheat producers to vote on marketing development program
LANSING, Mich. — A referendum to determine whether to establish a Michigan Wheat Program will be conducted from June 20 through July 1 by...
Late corn planting won’t necessarily mean lower yields
Farmers can expect yield losses of at least one bushel per acre for every day's delay in planting after the first week of May. But it all depends on July and August weather.
Fiscal year is lookin’ green for John Deere
MOLINE, Ill. -- Sales and profit in the second quarter at Deere & Company set an all-time quarterly record.Net income attributable to Deere &...
LETTER: Responsibility for animals can’t be taken lightly
Thank you for shedding light on animal research -- an area of great concern for people from all perspectives -- in the recent editorial.
Effects of rising fuel costs to impact some farmers more than others
This year's unexpected rise in fuel prices is certain to impact farmers in Ohio and across the nation, but the extent of the impact will vary across agricultural sectors.
Produce and foodborne illness: Workshop looks at cutting the risk
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — Do you grow, handle or process fruits and vegetables? Learn what’s best for keeping them safe — and in doing...
