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Tight global supplies have held up wheat prices since 2020 due to the surge of Chinese purchases, La Nina's influence on yields, Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and inflation. However, that price support is slipping.On Tuesday, May 2, Chicago whe
Just how is cotton raised in the United States? And what are farmers doing to be more sustainable with this important fiber and oilseed crop? Good questions both, and the industry is stepping up to answer that for buyers with information direct
Commodity prices are a leading indicator of inflation, and the commodity price surge in August 2020 was a telling sign that inflation was about to rip through the entire economy.Inflationary pressures are finally beginning to ease in other area
Western flooding impacts agriculture in a big way. Recently Todd Fitchette, Western Farm Press, traveled to the Tulare Lake area of California, on the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley, to survey the damage. From flooded fields to relocate
Around Farm Progress adds a twist this week as we introduce Farmgate Friday, a series that looks at hot topics in grain marketing and what they mean for your farm.On this episode, Farm Futures market analyst Jacqueline Holland interprets the ma
This week’s episode of Around Farm Progress takes on two different topic areas. There’s a look at one farmer’s innovation in forest restoration that’s getting some attention. We also continue our coverage of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Associ
Never let it be reported that the Around Farm Progress podcast isn’t diverse, even in a single episode. This week the show looks at the Conservation Reserve Program and the benefits it offers, then moves on for a discussion of the beef checkoff
USDA recently instituted a Cattle Contracts Library Pilot Program at the urging of the beef industry. The goal is to provide more transparent information for producers to understand price trends in local markets. Jennifer Carrico, Wallaces Farm
Recognizing the hard work of agriculture is part of the culture. There are several programs, many sponsored by Farm Progress, aiming to shine a spotlight on those farm leaders that are driving this industry forward. In this episode of Around Fa
For the last few years there has been a healthy buzz around innovations for agriculture, but a deeper look at the industry shows that farmers are not all jumping right in. A new survey report from consulting firm McKinsey & Company, digs into t
DNA is a secret weapon farmers can use to better understand the challenges your crop may face in the new year, but how does that work. One company, Pattern Ag, is focusing on measuring DNA information from soil samples to help farmers better un
A winter farm show is a great way to catch up on tech when the workload is a little slower, and Northeast farmers know it. That’s why may plan to travel to Syracuse, N.Y., to take in the New York Farm Show. The 2023 show runs Feb. 23-25 and sho
What’s the value of a farm survey and why should a farmer take time to fill it out? Good questions for busy farmers these days. In this episode of Around Farm Progress, we dig into the most recent survey conducted by Farm Futures to learn how t
Grain drying costs can be a killer, and farmers work on ways to enhance efficiency to cut that energy bill. From installing new, more efficient dryers, to changing the energy source, innovation abounds. And for one Michigan farmer, the answer w
Farmers likely hear this all too often – we’ll have to be ready to feed 10 billion people by 2050. But how will agriculture meet this oft-stated challenge head on? Rob Saik has a good idea: sustainable intensification. The idea is to maximize t
There was quite a bit of buzz when the idea of gene edited crops first became public. But what can this technology mean to agriculture? The idea of a precise way to turn genes on and off in plants opens the door to a wide range of innovations,
Farming isn’t easy, because as farmers know if it was more people would do it. But for those living the dream of farming, can’t do it alone. But how do you get a leg up on the challenges you face? Engaging the winter learning season at events t
One of the benefits of Around Farm Progress is connecting with the staff and helping tell their story as well as finding out about the stories they’re working on. This time out listeners to the Around Farm Progress podcast will get a chance to
There’s a question that’s popped up in the last few years for John Deere: Why do they exhibit at CES? The trade show, once known as the Consumer Electronics Show, is more often associated with televisions and computers. JonEbert, manager, North
Irrigation is an important tool for a lot of farmers to take control of the weather. But there’s also growing attention to how that water gets used on the farm, creating challenges. However, in the past few years the amount of data collected by
California produces 80% of the world’s almonds, which may be a surprise to many. Maintaining that market position on a global basis takes legwork, and more. Todd Fitchette with Western Farm Press got a glimpse of that work in his conversation w
The growing attention to programs to cut greenhouse gas emissions, engage in climate-smart farming and maximize resources is converging on a process that’s been around for centuries – bio-based gas. Anaerobic digesters have been put to use on p
Ever consider who the major players in digital agriculture are? There’s one you may not be aware of – Syngenta. The crop protection firm, in its various forms in the past, has been digging into digital farming for more than 25 years. What start
While there wasn’t a big red wave during the mid-term elections earlier this month, change happens. The 118th Congress will be split as the Republicans take back the house in 2023. But what might that mean to the next farm bill?Curt Covington,
What’s on your bucket list? Thinking of skydiving or perhaps bungie jumping? Or maybe trying a unique fundraiser is more your speed. That’s the story behind this week’s Around Farm Progress podcast.Curt Arens with Nebraska Farmer share the stor
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