Nebraska State

The long-term trend of U.S. farm productivity is the story of agriculture. It is a story of a percent of improvement here and there, of economic troubles, droughts and floods challenging farmers, but the overall yield trend still rising higher through generations of spring planting, summer growth and fall harvests, and generations of livestock production.

Ag productivity continues to climb with fewer inputs

FinanceBuzz

Ditch the college debt and still earn big. Discover 15 lucrative jobs that break the mold, offering a comfortable income without a 4-year degree.

15 Jobs That Pay Over $75K and Don’t Require a 4-Year Degree

Small Business Trends

From QuickBooks to local initiatives supporting resiliency efforts, there are up to $150,000 up for grabs in grants for small businesses.

In the News: Up to $150,000 Available in Grants for Your Small Business

Drought, cash prices and feed resources are all factors that can convince a producer to wean calves early. Drought may be the top reason for early weaning, says Patrick Wall, Extension beef specialist with Iowa State University. Much of the Midwest has suffered through drought over the past few years,...

Producers’ reasons vary when it comes to early weaning

North Dakota State

Rugby, ND

RUGBY, N.D. – When Jackson Brossart of the Rugby FFA chapter began raising five yearling heifers in 2019, he had no idea that five years later he would be named the 2024 State Star Farmer at the North Dakota State FFA convention. “I was definitely surprised. I thought I...

Jackson Brossart takes home honor of 2024 State Star Farmer

Tractor Supply is eliminating its diversity, equity and inclusion roles, withdrawing its carbon-emission goals, ending support for Pride events and voting efforts, and ceasing data-sharing with LGBTQ+ advocacy group the Human Rights Campaign. In a statement published Thursday, the retailer said the retreat is in response to customer feedback and...

Tractor Supply slashes all DEI roles, carbon-emission goals and Pride support

New York State

Organic farming can support soil microorganisms that promote plant defenses and reduce insect pests. But not all organic practices are equally beneficial for soil microbes, and it’s important to understand farmer motivations in order to encourage the adoption of microbiome-supportive efforts. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Cornell University looks at how organic farmers’ beliefs about the microbiome influence their soil management practices.

Organic farmers' beliefs affect their practices

Georgia State

Daily Mail

Many Americans are moving from large coastal cities to smaller towns, with states like California losing significant populations. Cities and towns across the US are offering financial incentives

How seven US cities are offering residents up to $50,000 to move there

If your child/children received free or reduced meals this past school year, they are eligible for a new program called Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT), also known as SUN Bucks, which helps households buy food during the summer when school is out. Your children will automatically be enrolled in the program. You do not need to apply.

Low-Income MEVSD Families Eligible For Summer EBT Benefits

South Dakota State

Sioux Falls, SD

Making Sense of Sustainability panel discussion was hosted by AgSpire, June 21 ahead of the Prime Time Cattlemen’s Foundation Gala held in Sioux Falls, S.D. The panel featured Minnesota cattle rancher Brady Wulf, left; Tim Hardman, global sustainability director at Fulton Marketing Group, the company responsible for procuring 700 million pounds of beef for McDonalds each year; Don Gales, chairman and chief executive officer of Friona Industries, the second-largest cattle feeder in the U.S; and moderator, Jared Knock, vice president of business development at AgSpire and a South Dakota rancher. Submitted photo from AgSpire.

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De Smet, SD

De Smet, South Dakota cattle producer, Todd Wilkinson, asks a question during the Making Sense of Sustainability panel discussion hosted by AgSpire June 21 ahead of the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation Prime Time Gala in Sioux Falls. Submitted photo from AgSpire.

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Recent data suggests that despite a hard-earned education, a college degree doesn't guarantee a high-paying job anymore.

These 8 College Majors Usually Don't Get Jobs That Use Their Degree

The construction industry continues to struggle to retain young workers, which is a problem as Baby Boomers are projected to age out of the workforce by 2030. According to For Construction Pros, the labor shortage remains a major area of concern for many industry professionals, with research showing there are open positions at 85% of construction firms. At the same time, 10,000 people are retiring per day. Because of this, promoting construction careers to younger generations is essential to address the workforce gap and sustain industry growth. This can be done in a number of ways, including early engagement through school programs, developing talent internally, and recruiting underrepresented communities, among other methods.

As Professionals Age Out of the Construction Industry, Young Workers Are Needed to Fill the Gap

Wisconsin State

Montello, WI

Some people you never forget. Sandra Kilbride-Becker is one of those people whose face, voice and story have stayed with me for 38 years – since I knew her when I was the pastor of her church in Montello, Wisconsin. Sandy was mad at me once when, in her...

Barn Boards and Baling Wire

Colorado State

Loveland, CO

CBS Denver

Officials with the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority say a large RV was recovered from the river in the Big Thompson Canyon. According to the agency, LFRA Engine 47 and the Canyon Battalion responded to a vehicle accident involving a large RV on West Highway 34 in the Big Thompson Canyon just before 2 p.m. on Saturday. The RV fell approximately 75 feet down the embankment and into the river as the driver was able to escape from the vehicle and was eventually evaluated by medical personnel on the scene., according to Loveland Fire Rescue Authority. The incident prompted a swift-water rescue to assist the operation of removing the RV from the water with Spartan Towing and Reliable Towing. It took a total of six hours to get the RV out of the water, according to Loveland Fire Rescue Authority. 


Large RV recovered from river of Big Thompson Canyon in Colorado

The opinions expressed in this op-ed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of U.S. Military Publishing. Have a personal perspective essay to share? Submissions can be made online for consideration at this link. The life of military service members and their families is not...

Military families will pay the price for government contract gamesmanship

Shawnee, KS

Unless the spigot shuts off in July, this ought to be a banner hay season across the upper Midwest. Many producers are tackling their second cutting, and it looks good for a third cutting (or more) in key hay producing areas of the region. Since the dawn of the precision...

Companies charge ahead with baler automation

Iowa State

Japanese beetle development seems to be a bit ahead of schedule this year, which is not surprising with the warm temperatures this spring. Japanese beetle adults begin emergence when approximately 1,030 growing degree days have accumulated since January 1 and will continue emerging until 2,150 growing degree days have accumulated. Japanese beetle adults likely began emerging in the southern portion of Iowa recently, and emergence will likely occur late June or early July in northern Iowa. Entomologists in Missouri and Illinois have already confirmed emergence of Japanese beetle adults in their states.

Japanese beetle adults emerging

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

New Jersey State

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Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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Transition Incentives Program provides an alternative for expiring CRP contracts

Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) contracts in Nebraska are set to expire on more than 150,000 acres before the end of 2026, leaving landowners with the decision...

Transition Incentives Program provides an alternative for expiring CRP contracts

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