The nine-banded armadillo, once native to the southern U.S., is now thriving in Indiana, with experts studying its expansion, behavior, and impact on local ecosystems and communities.
Cornell Ph.D. student Haowen Hu is advancing the Ruminant Farm Systems (RuFaS) digital tool, enabling dairy farmers to virtually test how farm changes impact economics and emissions.
The 2026 Northeast SARE Farmer Grant cycle is open with up to $30,000 available to Northeast farmers for innovative on-farm research; proposals are due December 9, 2025.
The 2025 Missouri State Fair Queen, Bailey Schneider of Warrenton, won a speech promoting advocacy, drawing on her farm background and agricultural education to inspire others.
The Great Lakes Yield Enhancement Network celebrated its fifth year with record-breaking winter wheat yields, fostering innovation, collaboration, and sustainable crop management across Ontario...
The University of Missouri Extension is hosting a free final webinar on October 24 exploring how virtual fencing can reduce labor and justify costs for livestock producers.
Bob Pepple was named the 2025 Distinguished Dairy Science Alumnus by Penn State for his decades of work developing a genetically exceptional Holstein herd that had a lasting global impact.
The 2026 Pennsylvania Ag Literacy Week, featuring Cows Can Moo! Can You? connects farm volunteers with students to teach them about agriculture through books and personal experiences.
Attend "A Day on the Farm" on October 18, 2025, 10 AM-1 PM at Pioneer Farm for hands-on agriculture, farm animal petting, and fun family activities.
To prevent HPAI spread, DATCP suspended all poultry events in Jefferson, Waukesha, Walworth, and Rock counties, urging strict biosecurity and prompt reporting of sick birds through December 31,...
Michigan’s soybean exports have dropped sharply due to global trade tariffs, with declining sales to China and Canada putting severe financial pressure on farmers statewide.
Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation approved 23 agricultural loans totaling $4,576,205 for projects in farm infrastructure, beginning farmer support, agribusiness, and veterinary services.
Kentucky Farm Bureau named Scott Porter the 2025 Kentucky Farmer of the Year for his innovative, 1,775-acre Springdale Stock Farms cattle operation and commitment to agricultural leadership.
Alfred State College expands recruitment into Ohio after seeing a 41 percent rise in out of state interest, offering affordable programs and top ranked career ready education.
Hunter Snell and Mattea Schockling join the Noble County Farm Bureau Board of Trustees, bringing new leadership and commitment to advancing agricultural programs and advocacy through 2028.
Iowa agricultural leaders joined a trade mission to India, strengthening global partnerships, expanding corn and ethanol export opportunities, and showcasing Iowa’s innovation in sustainable...
Nebraska research identifies cereal rye as the top-performing winter cover crop for biomass and hardiness, while wheat and triticale offer better forage quality and moderate spring growth...
The Women in Agriculture Evening Seminar Series in southeast Nebraska offers three educational sessions to empower women with essential financial, management, and leadership skills for their...
The 2025 Central Dakota Ag Day will bring farmers, agronomists, and industry experts together for educational sessions, networking, and continuing education credits at NDSU’s Carrington...
North Dakota awards 15 specialty crop grants totaling over $2.5 million to support sustainable production, agricultural research, education programs, and trade development for farmers and food...
Freeze drying is an innovative method for preserving food by removing moisture while retaining taste and nutrients, helping entrepreneurs produce safe, shelf-stable products that meet South Dakota...
Mycotoxins from molds can harm animals and humans. Farmers must identify, test, and properly manage contaminated grain to prevent health risks and maintain feed quality and market value.
The Kansas Department of Agriculture confirms the state’s first case of the Asian longhorned tick, raising awareness among veterinarians and livestock owners about potential animal health...
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency shares proper methods for disposing of leftover pesticide-treated seeds, emphasizing environmental protection, water safety, and responsible waste management...
A free water testing clinic in Mille Lacs County will help residents detect nitrate contamination in private wells, ensuring water safety and promoting awareness of health risks from unsafe levels.
The Soil Compaction School on November 14 in Boone will teach farmers practical methods to manage soil compaction, improve soil health, and protect yields through live demonstrations and expert...
The Illinois Department of Agriculture has announced a $67 million CPRG Climate Smart Agriculture Program to promote no till and strip till practices with $35 per acre incentives.
The Illinois Product Fall Market featured the first Illinois Grown Pumpkin Weigh Off, celebrating top pumpkin producers with food, music, and family-friendly entertainment at the State Fairgrounds.
U.S. farmers remain confident in agriculture’s long-term potential despite rising costs, lower prices, and tariff uncertainty, according to Purdue University’s Ag Economy Barometer.
New WSU research shows that early spring wheat planting may not offset heat impacts as expected and can instead shorten planting windows and increase stress at different growth stages.