2021 Review: How Another Year of Challenges Has Impacted Farm Machinery
2021 brought a whole new set of challenges to the ag industry, with supply chain issues sending the price of…
Micro Farm Policy Insurance – An Option for Small-Scale Producers
The RMA is issuing a new Micro Farm policy intended to provide additional insurance options for small-scale producers. This policy…
Winter Weather to Come as Polar Vortex Awaits Movement into Much of U.S.
As much of the U.S. has enjoyed mild winter weather so far this season, reality will set in as another…
U.S. Beef Consumers Prefer, Demand More Quality Beef Products
U.S. beef consumers have spoken – top-end cuts remain the preference. Branded (upper 2/3 Choice) and Prime products have been…
Biodiesel Tax Credit Vital to Support Growth of Renewable Diesel Industry
As the biodiesel tax incentive expiration date draws near, a new analysis calculated the economic benefits of the renewable fuel…
New Dairy Farm Bacteria Leading to Increased, More Severe Mastitis Cases
Dairy farms across the Northeast are seeing the emergence and spread of a newly researched bacteria – Klebsiella. The dominant…
Adviser Believes New Advancements Needed to Keep Surpassing Corn and Soy Production Records
An ongoing study by commodity adviser Al Kluis of Kluis Commodities has led him to believe another breakthrough is needed…
2021 Farm Producer Survey to Hit Mailboxes Soon
Keep an eye on your mailbox as the 2021 Farm Producer Survey is anticipated to mail out yet this month.…
Could 2022 Finally be a Bullish Year for Cattle Market?
The new year may bring more than resolutions as the 2022 cattle market is showing signs of potentially being bullish.…
Strong Cotton Prices Expected Again in 2022, La Niña Could Say Differently
An eventful cotton-growing season where prices reached a whopping $1.21/pound has led to a positive outlook for 2022. With more…