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Illinois Class of 2019 Master Farmers recognized
Agriculture’s lifetime achievement award was presented to four new Master Farmers in Springfield this week. Four new Illinois Master Farmers were recognized this week at the 2019 Master Farmer Awards...
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Whatever happens to Brexit, here's the cost so far
Farmers are reducing the size of flocks and stocking up on essentials. by Joe MayesBritain’s vote to leave the European Union has already come at a cost regardless of where Brexit goes from here. Some...
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This Week in Agribusiness – March 16, 2019
Max Armstrong reports from Washington D.C., for the National Agriculture Day celebration; and Steve Bridge and Mike Adams share market and weather information Note: Start the video and all parts will...
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Illinois eyes Palmer amaranth resistance
Palmer amaranth resistant to 2,4-D and dicamba was found in Kansas. U of I weed scientist Aaron Hager reflects on the non-native weed’s ability to adapt. Aaron Hager, University of Illinois weed...
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Slow cooker to the rescue
What’s Cooking in Illinois: When life on the farm gets more hectic this spring, pull out these two slow cooker recipes. Most of us struggle with the how-to-get-dinner-on-the-table dilemma.Imagine you...
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ASA Young Leaders class completes training
While at Commodity Classic, the Young Leaders participated in training focused on leadership development, industry issue updates and outreach. The 35th class of American Soybean Association Corteva...
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Use comprehensive approach to manage poorly drained soils
Guest Column: The first step is to dig deep and remove that yield-limiting pan. By Thomas KilcerWhy do we manage poorly drained soils like they are well-drained? This sounds like a dumb question, but...
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EPA extends deadline for environmental educator award
Awards highlight environmental stewardship. The application period has been extended for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators, or...
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USDA invests $91 million to improve infrastructure in 12 states
This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities and high-speed internet access in rural areas. USDA is investing $91 million to build or...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, March 18, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about flooding in Nebraska and along the Missouri River, an employee fired over a tweet and spring's arrival. One-third of the Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska is under water due...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, March 18, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about impacts of the flood, from ag and livestock to loss of life, as well as tornados. Natural disasters are on Max's mind today as photos come in from Nebraska. Ethanol rail cars...
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Farm Progress America, March 19, 2019
Max Armstrong offers a look at two groups that will help farmers after the floods recede Max Armstrong shares insight from devastating floods from eastern Nebraska and he offers answers to the...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, March 19, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about Nebraska ag losses, a trooper hit, Brazilian soybean harvest, cold cases and Mike Pompeo. Vice President Mike Pence will visit Nebraska today. Ag losses from flooding could...
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Managing risks with growing cover crops
Recap the cereal and annual rye growing season with Steve Fulling, a farmer and SWCD chairman. The growing season for the popular cover crop cereal rye isn’t over in Illinois, but for some farmers...
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WinField United releases Ascend Pro plant growth regulator
Ascend Pro targets uniform corn stands in areas with warmer, dryer springs. Farmers with slightly longer growing seasons now have a new tool to get their corn started right.WinField United has...
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China pushes back against U.S. demands in trade talks
U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin will travel to Beijing the week of March 25 for talks. by Jenny Leonard, Saleha Mohsin and Jennifer JacobsSome U.S....
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USDA offers tips on preventing African Swine Fever
USDA is monitoring outbreaks in Asia and Europe. Last week, USDA-trained detector dogs played a major role in the seizure of roughly 1 million pounds of pork smuggled from China where there is an...
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Apply for USDA/1890 National Scholars Program
Program is partnership between USDA and 1890 historically black land-grant colleges and universities. The 2019 scholarship application cycle for the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is now open....
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Farm Progress America, March 20, 2019
Max Armstrong offers insight on the news that New York City Schools will move to Meatless Mondays Max Armstrong shares the response from the meat industry to news that New York City Mayor Bill de...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, March 20, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about flooding, a jury decision against Roundup, a radio host killed and creating bee-friendly lawns. Flooding across the Heartland is unimaginable, spanning many states.A jury has...
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