Recent wheat surveys in southeast Nebraska find leaf rust, Fusarium head blight, and limited sooty mold. Experts encourage monitoring fields as crops move closer to harvest.

SDSU researchers develop live and killed vaccine candidates to fight avian metapneumovirus, a disease causing major poultry losses, offering new tools to protect chickens and turkeys.

UW-Madison Extension will host a free July 15 field day at Red Door Family Farm, featuring soil health practices, cover crops, and hands-on demos; registration required.

Five UW–River Falls faculty received CAFES fellowships to advance dairy research in sustainability, herd health, economic resilience, and technology-driven farm management solutions.

NMPF farmers engage with lawmakers to address labor, trade, and animal health concerns while promoting policies to support dairy industry growth and stability.

Wheat plants can naturally reduce nitrogen losses by releasing compounds that slow soil microbes, offering farmers a sustainable way to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

A coalition warns that workforce cuts and delays in USDA research agencies may disrupt agricultural innovation and calls for congressional oversight to protect long-term research efforts.

Senators call for stronger USDA efforts to contain screwworm outbreak as new cases in Texas and New Mexico raise concern for livestock and agricultural stability.

NDSU will host field days across North Dakota in 2026, highlighting agricultural research, farming innovations, livestock management, crop production, and the 100th anniversary of Ceres wheat.

The 2026 Energize conference focused on youth entrepreneurship, rural development, community growth, and encouraging young people to stay in or return to South Dakota’s small communities.

Purple leaf sheath is a harmless corn disorder caused by fungi feeding on trapped pollen, producing dark spots on leaf sheaths that can be mistaken for serious diseases.

Genetic disorders in corn cause noninfectious leaf spots that mimic diseases but remain isolated to single plants, meaning accurate identification prevents costly, unnecessary spraying.

Soil is a vital, dynamic resource that supports agriculture and ecosystems by providing water and nutrients, making its preservation essential for sustainable food production.

Properly applied mulch suppresses weeds, conserves moisture, regulates soil temperature, and enriches soil, but it requires careful management to prevent pests and nutrient loss.

Lincoln University concluded its Native Plants Academy with a Kansas City symposium featuring demonstrations, garden tours, and tastings to teach practical uses for native edible plants.