Pesticide Applicator Recertification Events Announced Pesticide Applicator Recertification Events Announced Tuesday, July 8, 2025 UMN Extension will host pesticide applicator recertification events this summer in Lamberton and Waseca, with hands-on safety training, pest management tools, and drone demonstrations.
New Minnesota Bills Support Farmers and Rural Growth New Minnesota Bills Support Farmers and Rural Growth Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Two major Minnesota bills now support farmers through funding for disaster relief, farm safety, rural mental health, biofuels, and conservation, improving long-term success and sustainability.
National Leaders Unveil Farm Security Action Plan National Leaders Unveil Farm Security Action Plan Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Gov. Pillen and top federal officials will unveil the USDA’s National Farm Security Action Plan to protect U.S. agriculture from foreign threats and ensure national food supply safety.
Smart Pasture Planning for Summer Weather Challenges Smart Pasture Planning for Summer Weather Challenges Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Farmers can improve pasture outcomes this summer by managing grazing pace, monitoring water sources for contaminants, and reducing losses from stable flies with targeted strategies.
FDACS Alerts Florida About Email Scam Surge FDACS Alerts Florida About Email Scam Surge Tuesday, July 8, 2025 FDACS reports an increase in phishing scams faking subscription services like Netflix. The agency urges consumers to recognize red flags and report suspicious emails promptly.
Wolves Impact Ranching Families across the U.S. Wolves Impact Ranching Families across the U.S. Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Ranchers in wolf-occupied areas face severe economic strain from calf losses, weight reduction, and high prevention costs. Many say current compensation programs don’t meet real-world...
Farmers in Remote Areas Can Apply for USDA RTCP Farmers in Remote Areas Can Apply for USDA RTCP Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Farmers and ranchers in Alaska, islands, and remote U.S. regions can now enroll in USDA’s RTCP to help cover agricultural transportation costs for fiscal year 2025.
Ethanol Demand Soars with Summer Road Trips Ethanol Demand Soars with Summer Road Trips Tuesday, July 8, 2025 E15 gasoline and record summer travel are boosting ethanol use across the U.S. Farmers are hopeful the demand will support corn prices amid expectations of a bumper crop.
Iowa State Fair Weed ID Contest Returns Iowa State Fair Weed ID Contest Returns Tuesday, July 8, 2025 The Iowa State Fair Weed ID Contest invites youth and adults to test their weed knowledge on August 8 outside the Ag Building in Des Moines, Iowa.
Iowa Farmer Champions Corn Trade Abroad Iowa Farmer Champions Corn Trade Abroad Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Iowa farmer Mark Mueller joined the USGC event in Ivory Coast to promote U.S. biotech in farming and build strong trade ties with African grain and livestock buyers.
Indiana Fair Showcases Farm Fresh Foods Indiana Fair Showcases Farm Fresh Foods Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Volunteers at the Indiana Farm Bureau Pavilion will share food samples and facts about top local crops during the State Fair, educating fairgoers about Indiana agriculture.
Eco Lessons from Sweden and Finland Tour Eco Lessons from Sweden and Finland Tour Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Students from Purdue and NC State traveled to Sweden and Finland for a three-week program exploring natural resource sustainability across ecosystems, agriculture, energy, and urban development.
Illinois Soybean Board Approves FY26 Projects Illinois Soybean Board Approves FY26 Projects Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Illinois Soybean Association launches FY26 initiatives supporting research, advocacy, market development, and communications to benefit over 43,000 soybean farmers across the state.
Smart Drones Monitor Herbicide Crop Effects Smart Drones Monitor Herbicide Crop Effects Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed drone technology to detect even minimal dicamba damage in soybeans, providing a science-based method for tracking herbicide drift.
New Farm Bill Brings Big Changes New Farm Bill Brings Big Changes Tuesday, July 8, 2025 The One Big Beautiful Bill Act brings major changes to farm finances. Learn key takeaways from policy expert Luke Crumley on how it affects your ag operation and sustainability goals.
Logan County Farm Bureau Meeting 2025 Logan County Farm Bureau Meeting 2025 Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Logan County Farm Bureau invites members to its annual meeting with free fair entry, meals, and a prize drawing, held during the 175th Logan County Fair on July 10.
New estimates show limited support for 2024 crop payments New estimates show limited support for 2024 crop payments Tuesday, July 8, 2025 USDA estimates show little to no PLC support and limited ARC-CO payments for 2024 corn, soybean, and wheat, mainly due to high prices and moderate yield losses.
MSU seeks input on farmland leasing and ownership challenges MSU seeks input on farmland leasing and ownership challenges Tuesday, July 8, 2025 A joint MSU and MIFarmLink survey seeks farmer input on land access issues to develop better tools for leasing, buying, and transitioning farmland in Michigan.
Japanese Buyers Tour Kentucky Corn Farms Japanese Buyers Tour Kentucky Corn Farms Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Kentucky Corn and USGC hosted Japanese starch milling companies to showcase American farmers' decarbonization and sustainable practices, aiming to strengthen international demand for US-grown...
Kentucky Agriculture Hits $8.3B in Cash Receipts Kentucky Agriculture Hits $8.3B in Cash Receipts Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Kentucky agriculture reached $8.3 billion in 2024 cash receipts, diversifying significantly from its tobacco-dominant past through strategic investments from the Master Settlement Agreement.
New Crop Bill Supports Climate-Friendly Farming Practices New Crop Bill Supports Climate-Friendly Farming Practices Tuesday, July 8, 2025 The CROP for Farming Act, a bipartisan bill, aims to support farmers in adopting voluntary conservation practices that reduce emissions and increase carbon storage through USDA programs.
New York Offers $1M Grants for Farm Equipment Upgrades New York Offers $1M Grants for Farm Equipment Upgrades Tuesday, July 8, 2025 New York State has launched $1 million in RFSI grant funding for farm and food businesses to purchase essential post-harvest equipment, bolstering the food supply chain.
Mapping Your Land for Effective Regenerative Grazing Mapping Your Land for Effective Regenerative Grazing Tuesday, July 8, 2025 A workshop at Carver Farm, led by Noble Research Institute educators, taught 30 attendees regenerative grazing and water distribution strategies for healthier soil and increased farm profitability.
Kansas Crop Progress Shows Strong Conditions and Steady Growth Kansas Crop Progress Shows Strong Conditions and Steady Growth Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Kansas farmers report good soil moisture and strong crop growth. Wheat harvest nears completion, and corn, soybeans, and sorghum show steady development and promising conditions.
Importance of Bull Health for Calf Production Success Importance of Bull Health for Calf Production Success Tuesday, July 8, 2025 University of Missouri Extension's Bull Breeding Soundness Exam Days assess bull health, fertility, and structure, helping producers ensure successful breeding and replace or retest unfit...
Kansas Wheat Harvest Sees Delays but Shows Strong Yields Kansas Wheat Harvest Sees Delays but Shows Strong Yields Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Kansas farmers deal with rain delays and diseases but expect better wheat yields. Harvest progresses with mixed quality as weather impacts fields across several counties in the state.
Top Ag Tools and Tech at Ag Progress Days August 12-14 Top Ag Tools and Tech at Ag Progress Days August 12-14 Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Penn State's Ag Progress Days, August 12-14, will showcase agricultural innovations, research, and sustainability practices through exhibits, demos, and workshops.
U.S. Potato Acreage Expected to Decline Slightly in 2025 U.S. Potato Acreage Expected to Decline Slightly in 2025 Tuesday, July 8, 2025 USDA predicts a small decline in U.S. potato acreage for 2025, with reduced planting and harvesting in key states such as Washington and Minnesota, while Idaho and Wisconsin stay steady.
Double Cropping Tips to Boost Farm Profit Double Cropping Tips to Boost Farm Profit Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Double cropping, planting two crops in one year, boosts farm income and land productivity by optimizing timing, managing residue, and applying targeted nutrients, while also improving soil health.
Blackhawk Tech Wins Top Agricultural Program Award Blackhawk Tech Wins Top Agricultural Program Award Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Blackhawk Technical College's Agribusiness, Science & Technology program received the WAAE Outstanding Post-Secondary Agricultural Program award for its comprehensive, hands-on curriculum.