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Warmer Temperatures, Precipitation to Kick Off December
Despite below-normal temperatures making for a chilly Thanksgiving weekend across most of the U.S., warmer air will move off the…
Fifth Circuit Court Sides with Oil Refiners in Waiver Requests
After a group of oil refiners sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for denying Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) small…
Trade Panel Rejects U.S. Complaint on Canada USMCA Dairy Implementation
The United States has accused Canada of not meeting trade agreement obligations under the 2020 U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). However, a…
Haplotype Indicating Early Onset Muscle Weakness to be Included in Dairy Genetic Evaluations
A haplotype indicating early onset muscle weakness syndrome will be available for the first time ever in the new tri-annual…
Monthly Ag Economist Survey Shows Renewed Optimism for 2024
The November Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor survey revealed a shift in perspective from the last two monthly reports. The survey…
Final USDA Crop Progress Report Pegs Corn at 96% Harvested
The final USDA Crop Progress Report yesterday revealed U.S. corn farmers have harvested 96% of the nation’s crop, 3 points…
How to Use Dairy Cow Stall Preferences to Increase Feed Efficiency
Observations from a Miner Institute report reveal dairy cows prefer certain stalls more than others.
Cropland Values Continue to Climb Despite Lower Farm Income
High production costs and lower commodity prices have sunken farm income over the summer months. However, farmland values don’t seem…
2 Considerations for Equipment Technology Maintenance this Winter
As harvest draws to a stop for most growers, winter becomes a time to prepare for the next growing season.…
Consumer Food Spending Impacts Dairy Market
Are consumers spending more on eating out vs groceries for staying in? The answer holds implications for the dairy industry,…