Montana State

Columbus, OH

Round baler supplies, like many machinery categories, have leveled out in the past year as production and trading cycles return to more predictable pre-pandemic patterns. While pricing across the board has gone up since 2020, pricing for used round balers hasn’t greatly fluctuated, according to Ryan Atherton, a salesman at Peabudy’s, Inc., a New Holland dealer with two locations in northwest Illinois.

Round baler inventory and prices fall into predictable patterns

In its July 12 crop production and condition ratings report, USDA confirmed there’s a good-looking wheat crop in the making in the U.S. That news helped pressure prices lower, a direction they’ve been heading over the past several weeks. “The markets continue to be on the defensive in...

Wheat prices slip on news of good-looking crop

Kansas State

Manhattan, KS

Kansas State University researchers are continuing to build a defense against one of the most debilitating fungal diseases affecting soybean production, recently reporting a breakthrough on the value of increasing phosphorus levels for managing disease. Kansas State University plant pathologist Rodrigo Onofre and agronomist Eric Adee have spent several years...

Phosphorus helps boost soybean defense

Brazil is stopping chicken exports to the European Union and Argentina after a virulent poultry disease was found on a commercial farm, disrupting shipments from the world’s largest exporter, according to ADM Investor Services. “A chicken farm in Rio Grande do Sul state has been shut after the presence...

Virus prompts Brazil to stop chicken exports to EU and Argentina

For 2023–24, mandarin and tangerine production in Peru is forecast at 560,000 metric tons (MT). This is a 2% increase from the previous year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service (USDA FAS). WEATHER CHALLENGES. Weather presented several challenges for mandarin/tangerine producers. One challenge was above-average...

Mandarin and Tangerine Production in Peru

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Family Handyman

Lumber prices impact much more than just the lumber industry. For homeowners, fluctuating lumber prices can alter budgets for home improvement projects, additions and new home construction plans. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many of my customers decided to hold off on planned projects to wait for lumber prices to fall. Some asked me to explain rising lumber costs to them, which proved to be a complex process.

Lumber Prices Explained: What DIYers Need to Know

Many of the early settlements, dubbed “towns” by the people who congregated there, are no longer given an ounce of recognition on a map. One such sleepy little hollow nestled in the far southeastern corner of Nebraska in Pawnee County was known as Mayberry. The people of Mayberry...

Growing up in a ghost town

The Shy Green

Salt Life Beer, a beloved brand synonymous with ocean enthusiasts and craft beer lovers, is facing turbulent times as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Known for its crisp and refreshing lager inspired by the sea, Salt Life Beer has become a staple for those who cherish the ocean's allure.

Another famous beer brand is going bankrupt and will file for Chapter 11

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Upworthy

Have you ever seen anyone put an avocado pit in water to grow an avocado tree? I've seen lots of people try, but only a few succeed. My mom has a tiny avocado tree growing in her living room that she managed to grow from the pit of a Hass avocado she ate. It's small but thriving, and I've often wondered if it will ever grow actual avocados.As it turns out, it could—but they won't be Hass avocados. Wait, huh?

Avocado farmer explains secret why you can't grow Hass avocado trees from Hass seeds

Livingetc

Although not a traditional time for planting, these are the fruits that can still be sown this month

5 Fruits You Can Actually Plant in July in Your Yard — Ideas to Grow Now for New Season Crops

Georgia State

Dublin, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Officials from the U.S. Department of Justice have announced that a 42-year-old man from Dublin, Georgia, has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing fentanyl.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years for Fentanyl Distribution

The best fertilizer for tomato plants is not what you would think. If you’ve ever gone down the aisle at a garden center, there are a lot of formulations of fertilizers specifically for tomatoes. However, there are only rare instances when the premade fertilizer mixes are the right thing to add to the soil.

The Best Fertilizer for Tomato Plants

New Jersey State

I'm first in line to buy a basket of raspberries when they grace my local farmers market. Sometimes I'll even buy them at the grocery store in the off-season. I'm a huge fan of these sweet-tart berries. And that's why it's the worst when I place them in the fridge...

The Only Way You Should Store Raspberries, According to Farmers

Savannah, GA

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Can You Park in Front of Someone’s Property in North Carolina?. Parking on crowded city streets and neighborhoods can be challenging, and many wonder if it's permissible to park in front of someone’s property. Here's a breakdown of North Carolina's parking rules:

Can I legally park in front of someone’s home? What North Carolina law says

Hamilton Township, NJ

Rainbow Shops, a popular clothier known for its youth clothing, is preparing to shut down its location at the Hamilton Mall in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. The store is currently offering a hefty 40% discount on all items as part of its liquidation sale.

Popular Clothing Store Offers Offers Deep Discounts, Closing 950 Locations in Struggling Mall

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Experts can’t tell apart wild and cultivated coca plants

Sweet potatoes have been a staple crop for millennia, and with good reason. These healthy root vegetables are full of antioxidants and are relatively easy to grow—all you need is some time and a little know-how. To learn more, we asked experts to break down exactly what you need to know to plant, grow, and harvest your own sweet potatoes.

How to Plant Sweet Potatoes in Your Backyard, According to Experts

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Good crop prospects pressures durum prices

Crop prospects for the North American durum crop were looking very promising in mid-July, and that was pressuring local durum prices. “Durum prices are struggling, similar...

Good crop prospects pressures durum prices

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