The USDA released its latest Cattle on Feed report Aug. 23. Colorado State University ag economist Stephen Koontz said in his “In the Cattle Markets” column that the placements, marketings and on-feed numbers were within the ranges of pre-report expectations but said the report has a bullish tone.

Cattle on Feed report contains bullish tone

Similar to corn, the soybean market is feeling pressure from an anticipated strong soybean crop in the U.S. this year. “We are looking at a pretty big crop coming in for the U.S. this year. We got proof of that last week with the ProFarmer tour coming with some higher yields than what many were expecting,” said Allison Thompson, president of The Money Farm, in Ada, Minn., on Aug. 27. “So there, too, we’re adding to our ending stocks at the end of the day and that’s just burdensome to the market.

Good crop outlook pressures soybean market

North Dakota State

The canola harvest in North Dakota is in full swing with continued reports of excellent yields. Canola growers have reported good canola yields in North Dakota, with typical results of 2,200-2,600 pounds per acre with some reports as high as 3,000. Canola quality is not an issue as more than 90 percent of the crop is rated No. 1 canola. There have been some reports of late season feeding by several insect pests, but those reports have been very limited.

Canola market stabilizing after recent pullback

Illinois State

Wet weather delayed planting of some of the 2024 Illinois corn crop, but stands (except in drowned-out low spots) are generally good. Warm, dry weather in June caused some water stress in places but kept development moving and helped roots to establish. July-August rainfall totals have been above normal for...

Can corn yields really be that high?

Conrad, MT

CONRAD, Mont. – The Johnson farm is wrapping up harvest season, but low rainfall earlier in the year has affected the yields. “We were a little lower than average on rain, but not as bad as last year and definitely not as bad as the year before,” Cyndi Johnson said. “This year we harvested every field, but there have been some years where it wasn’t worth driving the combine through. It kind of wears on you, so you have to remind yourself to keep doing it because you love it. It’s also why you have good crop insurance in place.”

Johnson harvest challenged by low rainfall

Washington, DC

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NewsNinja

A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

New Jersey State

Wildwood, NJ

The Mirror US

A beachgoer was seriously injured after a careless cop ran over her in his marked cruiser, prompting onlookers to "just scream" as the victim lay in agony

Screams of panic as New Jersey sunbather laying on towel at beach run over by on-duty officer

Oklahoma State

The Independent

 The manufacturer of a load of feed that caused the death of up to 70 rodeo horses has admitted that the batch was contaminated with a toxic additive.Livestock Nutrition Center said that the feed contained monensin, which is used to control parasites, but can be deadly to horses, and said it was “truly sorry” for the incident and the loss of the “valued” livestock.The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF) launched an investigation on August 23, following reports of multiple dead animals relating to a feed order for Beutler and Son Rodeo Co.Rhett Beutler, co-owner of the...

Feed that killed 70 rodeo horses in Oklahoma was contaminated with toxic additive

Georgia State

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DeanLand

Three earthquakes were recorded in Georgia during August, the strongest a 2.4 magnitude which occured far outside of the area where Georgia earthquakes most often occur. The quakes were recorded and reported by the US Geological Survey, which maintains seismograph stations throughout the US.

Rare SE Georgia Earthquake Recorded in August, State's Farthest South in 10 Years

ASV, a brand of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, introduces the VT-75 Posi-Track compact track loader. Powered by a Yanmar engine, the vertical-lift, 74.3-hp machine excels in at-height work, loading trucks and many other tasks. Filled with a variety of comfort and productivity features and technologies, the mid-frame compact track loader allows operators to complete more work in more places.

Yanmar-Powered ASV VT-75

Florida State

Deltona, FL

Akeena

Aldi, the popular discount grocery chain, is facing significant pushback from shoppers as it moves forward with plans to convert several Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket locations into Aldi stores. The move follows Aldi’s acquisition of Southeastern Grocers, the parent company of these iconic southern grocery chains, earlier this year.

Aldi Faces Backlash as It Converts Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket Locations in Florida

Iowa State

Des Moines, IA

DES MOINES (Lee Des Moines Bureau) — The 1.18 million people who attended the 2024 Iowa State Fair set an all-time attendance mark in the event’s 170-year history. Fair officials said 1,182,682 people attended the 2024 Iowa State Fair, breaking the previous high of 1,170,375, which was established in 2019.

2024 State Fair attendance sets records

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Command Sergeant Major Veronica E. Knapp was the command sergeant major of the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region and U.S. Army Military District of Washington (JTF-NCR/MDW) per her official biography. However effective Tuesday she was released from command.

Command Sergeant Major Veronica E. Knapp Released from Command in D.C.

Emily Standley Allard

Sharing a living space with someone on the daily is rarely a walk in the park. Everyone has their little strange quirks, moods and habits that can drive another person crazy. However, some zodiac signs are known for being particularly demanding or having personality traits that naturally make cohabitation a little more challenging to say the least. Let's see which zodiac signs are the most difficult to live with and tips with how to cope!

The 3 Most Demanding Zodiac Signs to Live With

Salem, OH

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Wyoming State

Pinedale, WY

WyoFile

PINEDALE—Rep. Albert Sommers (R-Pinedale) lost to a political newcomer in a close-fought contest for a state Senate seat Tuesday, an upset that ousts one of the most influential figures in Wyoming politics in recent years.

Speaker of the House Sommers loses bid for Senate seat

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora, Colo. -- A Facebook post Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman made about meeting with business owners at Colfax and Iola quickly turned into an attack on Coffman over a perceived lack of action against Venezuelan gangs in the city.

Aurora mayor under fire: Do more to stop Venezuelan gangs, say residents

South Carolina State

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Kentucky State

Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

Montana State

To increase the genetic diversity of an island population of grizzly bears , Wyoming and Montana wildlife managers recently worked together to import fresh bloodlines into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Two Montana grizzly bears trucked to Wyoming to bolster genetic diversity, help states’ delisting case

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Dry finish raises crop yield questions

Don Roose of U.S. Commodities said there has been lots of farmer movement into the end of August and cash selling of old-crop grain came to...

Dry finish raises crop yield questions

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