The Cover Crop Summit 2025 offers expert insights on soil health, regenerative farming, and the benefits of cover crops. Attendees will gain practical knowledge for enhancing sustainability in...
Summit Carbon Solutions has suspended its carbon pipeline project in South Dakota due to new laws limiting eminent domain, delaying surveys and permits necessary for the project's progress.
The 2030 Minnesota AFNR Education Blueprint focuses on increasing student engagement, improving educational programs, and supporting instructors to enhance agricultural education statewide.
The 2025 Nebraska Ranch Practicum offers ranchers hands-on learning in livestock production, grazing, wildlife management, and more. Join expert-led sessions to enhance your ranching skills and...
Kelsy Sproul, awarded 2026 KFAC Teacher of the Year, creatively integrates agriculture into her Kindergarten lessons, inspiring students with hands-on projects and real-world connections to...
Michigan potato growers can participate in a free soil health testing program in 2025, offered by MSU researchers. The project examines soil health’s impact on potato yields and provides...
Congressman David Taylor met with Ohio farmers and agricultural leaders to discuss the farm bill, sustainability, and ethanol expansion. He emphasized his commitment to policies that support local...
Iowa awarded 15 Choose Iowa Dairy Innovation Grants to improve on-farm processing and labor-saving technology. The grants, totaling $750,000, will enhance efficiency, dairy production, and rural...
Indiana Landmarks and Indiana Farm Bureau seek nominations for the 2025 John Arnold Award, recognizing farms that preserve historic structures while maintaining agricultural operations. The...
Tariffs and fertilizer costs are reshaping U.S. farmers’ corn and soybean planting decisions. While initial forecasts predicted a shift to corn, economic uncertainties have caused many...
Cornell research shows USMCA improved U.S. dairy exports to Canada despite disputes, revealing effective trade dispute resolution but remaining trade barriers.
Wisconsin farmers should assess winter wheat for winterkill in early spring by checking root health and plant density, deciding to maintain, replant, or adjust management.
Pennsylvania dairy scholarships offer $3,000 to students in dairy-related fields, supporting their education and future careers, with applications due May 1st.
EPA revises WOTUS rule again, aligning with a Supreme Court decision, sparking debate between agricultural and environmental groups over regulatory impact.
U.S. beef exports in 2024 defied predictions, remaining strong due to increased production and demand, despite high prices and a declining cow herd.
Senator Joni Ernst emphasizes the importance of crop insurance for farmers, offering stability and certainty, especially during natural disasters, and ensuring reliable support over ad hoc...
South Dakota's recent legislative actions focus on agricultural land security, campus carry laws, newborn safety, and preserving the Wounded Knee site, with key bills moving forward in the...
North Dakota's oil and gas industry reached a $48.8 billion economic impact in 2023, supporting over 63,000 jobs and funding key areas like education, infrastructure, and the Legacy Fund.
NDSU Extension offers youth farm safety camps, teaching vital skills like tractor operation and first aid. Teens gain certification to work safely on farms, reducing risks and promoting farm...
Farmers from Minnesota and Wisconsin are building stronger ties with immigrant workers by visiting their families in Mexico, promoting cultural understanding and highlighting the essential role of...
Chester County celebrated AgConnect's expansion, enhancing support for local farmers and businesses, and recognized Milky Way Farm's Century Farm status for its longstanding agricultural...
Minnesota farmers are increasing soil health through reduced tillage and cover crops. While progress is evident, more widespread adoption and support are needed to ensure long-term sustainability.
Indiana’s small towns are addressing population decline by securing grants, revitalizing infrastructure, and supporting small businesses. Local leaders focus on economic growth, historic...
The Nebraska Corn and Soybean Boards are donating grain rescue tubes and training to fire departments, enhancing grain bin safety and providing essential tools for rural emergency responders.
ACES experts from the University of Illinois testified before the Illinois House Agriculture Committee, emphasizing the importance of USDA funding and the Farm Bill in supporting agricultural...
Nebraska's agricultural land values declined by 2% in 2024 due to lower crop prices, high interest rates, and rising input costs, marking the first drop in six years.
Kansas State University, CCTA, and USDA NRCS are conducting a survey on cover crops in the Great Plains to gather insights from farmers, improve soil health, and enhance USDA program support.
Cherry Republic received a $150,000 grant to expand storage and processing, improving efficiency and creating jobs. The project supports Michigan’s cherry industry and strengthens the...
Timely cow breeding boosts profits by maximizing calf weaning weights and lot sizes, vital factors for higher market prices and overall operation efficiency.
Michigan has detected Chronic Wasting Disease in a farmed white-tailed deer in Osceola County. Authorities continue surveillance and management efforts to control the disease and protect farmed...