Colorado State

An ever-larger share of land enrolled in the Conservation Reserve will be devoted to grasslands — nearly 4 of every 10 acres — with the results of this year’s signup for the long-term land stewardship program, said the Agriculture Department on Monday. With the new enrollments, the Conservation Reserve is near the 27-million-acre limit set by the 2018 farm law.

Grasslands share of Conservation Reserve grows larger

John Deere recently joined the Freight Logistics Optimization Works program, according to a July LinkedIn post from the federal platform. The data-sharing platform under the Department of Transportation has increased its list of members to 80 as more shippers seek visibility on containerized freight as a way to combat potential supply chain challenges. Other shippers that joined FLOW in the past few months include Ace Hardware and BJ’s Wholesale Club.

FLOW adds John Deere, Ace Hardware to its growing roster

Live cattle futures ended the Tuesday session with contracts down $3.20 to $3.50 in most contracts, as August was down $1.77. Cash trade crept in on Tuesday with some southern trade at $183-184 and northern action at $295 in the beef. Last week’s cash trade saw some $190 live in the North, with $298 sales in the beef, with south deals at $185 sales.

Cattle Collapses on Tuesday

In 2024, the agricultural economy faces a series of challenges that profoundly affect the market for agricultural machinery. This article delves into the economic factors, the resulting trends in equipment sales, and the outlook for the near future. Declining net farm income. The sharp decline in net farm income is...

How is the current ag economy impacting equipment sales?

Missouri State

Here’s a closer look at the progress and condition of the two crops, along with farmer and climatologist perspectives on where the crop is and where it’s headed. As of Aug. 18, Missouri’s corn is the best in the country. According to the USDA’s Crop Progress report released Monday, 79% of the Show-Me State’s corn was rated good to excellent. That’s the most in those two categories combined of all top corn-growing states.

What’s going on with Missouri’s corn and soybeans?

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Vice President Kamala Harris reportedly wants to force Americans to be taxed up to 44.6% of the profits they make from selling their homes. The report comes after Harris endorsed President Joe Biden’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget proposal. The Wall Street Journal reported Harris’s support for the major tax...

Harris supports a 44.6% tax on Americans for selling their homes: Report

Grain Market Trader and Crossroads Coop Manager, Brian Irey says, now more than ever, it's important for producers to be on their toes when it comes to the ag markets and marketing of their grains. “It is going to be a difficult marketing situation here over the course of the...

Grain Trader Cautions Farmers to Stay on Guard

As news of large layoffs at ag equipment manufacturers make headlines and auction prices continue to soar, producers are hesitant to invest in new machinery. But is the current situation actually a good time to buy? On the latest Unscripted podcast, host Tyne Morgan brings in Greg Peterson (AKA Machinery Pete) to help unravel what’s happening.

Machinery Pete Sees a Surprising Opportunity in the Current Ag Equipment Market

Pennsylvania State

Roundup’s manufacturer, the multinational Bayer, has faced myriad lawsuits related to the weed killer. Roundup’s main ingredient likely causes cancer, according to numerous reports and studies (Scott Olson/Getty Images) Agribusiness giant Bayer won a legal victory last week in long-running litigation over whether its popular Roundup pesticide has...

Bayer notches win in litigation over whether Roundup has caused cancer

Alabama State

Mississippi State

Reuters’ Leah Douglas reported Wednesday that “the U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Wednesday it has issued $2 billion of financial assistance to more than 43,000 farmers, ranchers and forest landowners who experienced past discrimination in the agency’s farm lending programs.”. “The Inflation Reduction Act allocated $2.2...

USDA Providing $2 Billion In Discrimination Payments

Minnesota State

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If the violations continue, a judge warned: "the Court will order Respondent to appear at a hearing with its counsel and a managing officer of the company to explain its continued non-compliance."
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MyPillow founder Mike Lindell may be hauled into court to explain himself after repeat discovery violations in lawsuit over $5 million 'Prove Mike Wrong' challenge award

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

July 29, 1889 — In view of the great number of swindlers moving about the country the farmers should deal with none but home dealers. Buy your farm implements and machinery from your local dealers. If you buy them from strangers they will want some instrument in writing, which, when pay day comes around you may find not to be exactly what you thought it was.

Farmers, be careful

New York State

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Rural America is experiencing a significant amount of quiet stress. With an eye toward outpacing the current low crop prices, farmers are still concentrated on growing this year's crop. Many of them believe 2024 will go down in history as their worst financial year ever.

What's Happening To Our Farmers: USDA Predicts Worst Financial Year In History

Today the USDA released the 21st Crop Progress report of the 2024 growing season. As of Aug. 18, 97% of the 2024 corn crop in the top 18 corn-growing states had reached the silk growth stage, USDA says. This was up from 94% the week prior but slightly behind the five-year average of 98%.

USDA: 5% of corn crop mature

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Makita power tools can be great for everyone from DIYers to professionals, so here are a few tools that beginners might want to start their collections with.

5 Makita Power Tools Every Beginner Would Appreciate

Plymouth, MA

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

North Dakota State

Angels can appear when you least expect them. My current cancer treatments brings to mind several good examples. I received a phone call recently from a number I didn’t recognize. The caller left a voicemail identifying herself as Susan Beckley, a member of the Brookings Pink Ladies. Susan said...

Angels everywhere

December corn ended the day up 7¾¢. November soybeans closed up 19¢. December wheat closed mixed. CBOT wheat was down slightly. KC wheat was up 1½¢. Minneapolis wheat was down 5½¢. Karl Setzer, partner at Consus Ag Consulting, says corn and soybeans benefited...

Soybeans close up 19¢ | Monday, August 19, 2024

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John Deere announces first coulter chisel, updates to minimum tillage

John Deere has announced its first coulter chisel (CC) tillage implement, as well as new updates to its Minimum Tillage (MT) Series In-Line ripper tillage offerings....

John Deere announces first coulter chisel, updates to minimum tillage

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