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Did your alfalfa survive winter?
Many producers are now seeing the results of winter injury to alfalfa because of the harsh 2018-2019 winter. Learn how to assess the damage in your fields.
Domestic milk prices strong compared to world markets
The Class III price moved from $24.31 in April to $22.57 in May followed by $21.36 in June.
We need agricultural technology to feed the world
MANHATTAN, Kan. — To feed a world population projected to exceed 9 billion people by 2050, technology that can enhance food production will be a significant asset.
Studies: WDGS may be high-quality, low-cost livestock feed
CLAY CENTER, Neb. — Agricultural Research Service studies have shown that “wet distiller’s grain with solubles,” or WDGS, may offer an inexpensive alternative to traditional feed ingredients when fed to livestock. WDGS is a common ethanol byproduct that could replace more costly traditional feed ingredients such as corn, soybean meal, urea, and mineral supplements. WDGS
Increased cost of starter fertilizer has farmers seeking alternatives
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — With the phosphorus-containing starter fertilizer 10-34-0 averaging nearly $1,000 per ton, many farmers are asking, “Do I really need to include phosphorus in my starter fertilizer?” A Purdue University specialist said it depends on soil temperature and tillage, soil phosphorous level, irrigation and yield potential. Know the formula The starter fertilizer
FSA Andy for June 5
Hello again! I’d like to discuss prevented planting and failed crops with you. It’s important to remember that you need to report prevented planted acreage and failed crops to your local Farm Service Agency office. This applies to all crops, whether covered by crop insurance, not covered by insurance, or covered by Farm Service Agency’s
Cellulosic ethanol plant under construction in Mont.
AE Biofuels, Inc., an advanced energy company that is developing next-generation ethanol and biodiesel production worldwide, recently announced that it has begun construction of an integrated cellulose and starch ethanol commercial demonstration facility in Butte, Mont.
USDA proposes bioengineered labeling rules
The USDA Agricultural Marketing Services seeks comments on the newly released National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standards, or food label standards.
Ask Jen about her New Year’s pork recipe
So, New Year’s is here. Do you have your pork and kraut at midnight or do you make it for dinner on January first?
FSA Andy: Marketing Assistance Loans give farmers options for upfront crop income
Marketing Assistance Loans use your stored crop as collateral to issue a low interest loan for up to nine months.
