Egg Shortage Hits Wisconsin Diners Hard Egg Shortage Hits Wisconsin Diners Hard Friday, April 4, 2025 Wisconsin diners face rising egg prices due to bird flu and increased demand, with local farms struggling to meet needs. Price hikes and substitutions are becoming common.
USDA Cancels Chester County Food Bank Orders USDA Cancels Chester County Food Bank Orders Friday, April 4, 2025 USDA's decision to cancel food orders for Chester County Food Bank jeopardizes vital food supplies, highlighting the growing challenge of food insecurity in the community.
Essential Tips for Terminating Cover Crops in Spring Essential Tips for Terminating Cover Crops in Spring Friday, April 4, 2025 Effective cover crop termination improves soil health, pest control, and moisture conservation, ensuring a successful soybean planting season for Missouri farmers.
SNAP Funding Cuts Could Hurt Kentucky Farmers SNAP Funding Cuts Could Hurt Kentucky Farmers Friday, April 4, 2025 Kentucky experts warn that cuts to SNAP funding would hurt local farmers and increase food insecurity. Shifting costs to states could cost Kentucky millions and harm local economies.
Ohio Farm Bureau Campaign School for Future Leaders Ohio Farm Bureau Campaign School for Future Leaders Friday, April 4, 2025 Ohio Farm Bureau’s Campaign School provides essential training for political candidates, campaign teams, and officeholders, enhancing their skills to run successful campaigns.
Michigan Farmers Brace for Tariff Changes Michigan Farmers Brace for Tariff Changes Friday, April 4, 2025 MABA updates Michigan agricultural industry on USMCA tariffs, potential trade impacts with Canada and Mexico, and resources for tariff compliance.
Boost Wildlife Habitat with Iowa Support Boost Wildlife Habitat with Iowa Support Friday, April 4, 2025 Farmers and landowners in Iowa and Minnesota can receive financial and technical assistance through Practical Farmers of Iowa's habitat incentives program to improve conservation on their...
Paris Van Dyke Chosen as National Ambassador for Ignite 2025 Paris Van Dyke Chosen as National Ambassador for Ignite 2025 Friday, April 4, 2025 Paris Van Dyke, an Illinois 4-H member, was selected as a brand ambassador for Ignite 2025, a national program offering hands-on workshops in STEM, agriscience, and leadership development.
Tips for Managing Strawberry Crops Amid Frost and Disease Tips for Managing Strawberry Crops Amid Frost and Disease Friday, April 4, 2025 Strawberry crops face frost risks and Neopestalotiopsis infection. Discover how growers can protect their plants with proper care and fungicide management techniques.
Administrator Announces New Tariff Strategy Administrator Announces New Tariff Strategy Friday, April 4, 2025 President introduces reciprocal tariffs to safeguard U.S. industries and promote global trade fairness, impacting agriculture and the economy.
Drought Risk Management For 2025 Season Drought Risk Management For 2025 Season Friday, April 4, 2025 Ranchers should monitor soil moisture and precipitation at key trigger dates for effective drought management in 2025, adjusting stocking rates to match forage availability and prevent overgrazing.
Grasshopper Infestation Risk Grows in 2025 Grasshopper Infestation Risk Grows in 2025 Friday, April 4, 2025 Grasshopper risk in Nebraska rangelands is expected to rise in 2025. Ranchers should monitor fields in late April and early May for early detection and control to minimize damage.
Kansas Ag Reporting Contest Now Open Kansas Ag Reporting Contest Now Open Friday, April 4, 2025 Kansas Farm Bureau is now accepting entries for the 2025 Agricultural Reporting Awards, recognizing outstanding journalism that highlights the work, impact, and stories of Kansas agricultural...
Indian PhD Students Explore Agronomy Research with MSU Team Indian PhD Students Explore Agronomy Research with MSU Team Friday, April 4, 2025 Two PhD students from India are visiting MSU to study agronomy and soil health. Their research aims to support sustainable farming as India works toward agricultural self-sufficiency by 2047.
Consumers Energy Supports MSU Engineering with Major Investment Consumers Energy Supports MSU Engineering with Major Investment Friday, April 4, 2025 Consumers Energy and MSU celebrate a partnership supporting engineering education through funding and career development opportunities, helping prepare Michigan students for successful futures in...
Kori Thomas Named Kentucky Farm Woman of the Year Kori Thomas Named Kentucky Farm Woman of the Year Friday, April 4, 2025 Kentucky's Farm Woman of the Year expands her family farm, embracing diversification and social media, while inspiring women in agriculture.
Focus On Value Per Head Not Just Price Per Pound Focus On Value Per Head Not Just Price Per Pound Friday, April 4, 2025 With cattle prices reaching record levels, producers are urged to focus on total value per head instead of price per pound to make smarter marketing and herd management decisions this spring.
Kentucky Farmer Pushes for Crop Insurance and Labor Reforms Kentucky Farmer Pushes for Crop Insurance and Labor Reforms Friday, April 4, 2025 Kentucky farmer Jeremy Hinton testified to Congress, advocating for specialty crop growers, addressing insurance gaps, labor issues, and farmland loss, seeking policy changes.
Wheat Yield Contest Opens with New Category Wheat Yield Contest Opens with New Category Friday, April 4, 2025 The 2025 National Wheat Yield Contest is now open, with a new digital yield category, recognizing top management and innovation in wheat production. Entries must be submitted online by May 15.
Ohio Virtual Beef School Discusses Open Cow Management Strategies Ohio Virtual Beef School Discusses Open Cow Management Strategies Friday, April 4, 2025 Ohio Virtual Beef School’s third session addressed how stressful weather affects pregnancy rates in cow herds and explored practical solutions for managing open and cull cows effectively.
New Tariffs Add Stress on Farmers New Tariffs Add Stress on Farmers Friday, April 4, 2025 Minnesota farmers are struggling to plan ahead due to federal tariffs and USDA grant delays, which are affecting production, purchasing, and overall stability in the agricultural sector.
Get Certified in Pesticide Application - April 11 in Wautoma Get Certified in Pesticide Application - April 11 in Wautoma Friday, April 4, 2025 Pesticide applicator certification training in Wautoma, Wisconsin on April 11th, 2025, requires registration and manual purchase; learn and test for certification.
Iowa Faces Higher Power Bills Amid Wind Energy Concerns Iowa Faces Higher Power Bills Amid Wind Energy Concerns Friday, April 4, 2025 Iowa’s electricity prices may rise as lawmakers consider repealing tax credits supporting wind energy, threatening savings for households and income for farmers who rely on wind turbines.
Wisconsin Ag Law Update - Legal Insights for Farmers Wisconsin Ag Law Update - Legal Insights for Farmers Friday, April 4, 2025 Wisconsin farmers can learn about vital legal updates in a free webinar on April 18, 2025, covering state and federal regulations impacting agriculture.
Free Fruit and Vegetable Safety Course Offered This Summer Free Fruit and Vegetable Safety Course Offered This Summer Friday, April 4, 2025 ISU Extension is offering a free produce safety course this spring and summer to teach home gardeners and commercial growers how to safely produce, harvest, and handle fruits and vegetables.
Honor Farmer Contracts Act Aims to Unfreeze USDA Funds Honor Farmer Contracts Act Aims to Unfreeze USDA Funds Friday, April 4, 2025 Congressman Riley's bill demands USDA release frozen funds for New York farmers, honoring contracts and preventing further economic strain on rural communities.
FAPRI Report - Key Agricultural Market Trends for 2025 FAPRI Report - Key Agricultural Market Trends for 2025 Friday, April 4, 2025 A mixed 2025 outlook sees crop farmers facing price declines, cattle producers experiencing record highs, and overall uncertainty due to policy shifts, as detailed in FAPRI's 10-year...
Understanding Your Indiana Property Tax Made Simple Understanding Your Indiana Property Tax Made Simple Friday, April 4, 2025 Indiana’s property tax system is complex but important. The TS-1 form explains how assessed value, deductions, and tax rates work together to determine what property owners owe each year.
National Gardening Month - Benefits of Growing Your Own Food National Gardening Month - Benefits of Growing Your Own Food Friday, April 4, 2025 Gardening in April offers economic, health, psychological, environmental, social, and educational benefits, promoting well-being and community while reducing food costs and environmental impact.
Penn State Seeks Input on Field and Forage Crop Priorities Penn State Seeks Input on Field and Forage Crop Priorities Friday, April 4, 2025 Penn State seeks agricultural stakeholder feedback via a 10-minute survey, shaping research on key topics like soil health, with a chance to win an agronomy guide.