Screwworm Larvae Courtesy of USDA/APHIS Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has urged Mexico to lift restrictions on U.S. aircraft and waive duties on eradication equipment to combat the New World…
American Agriculture History Minute: Allis Chalmers Company Beginning
…a bankrupt firm at a sheriff’s auction, the Reliance Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, under his leadership, began producing steam engines and other mill equipment. Thomas Chalmers was a Scottish immigrant…
Death Taxes Loom as Threat to Family Farms
…financial burden. Without sufficient estate tax relief, heirs may be forced to sell land, equipment, or the entire operation just to cover the tax bill. That threatens not only the…
NASDA Policy Priorities Set for 2025
…applied research,” McKinney explained. “Companies in seed, livestock, and equipment are doing well. But we need more investment in basic science—like the kind that led to hybrid seed corn decades…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-25-25
…agricultural technologies, such as autonomous vineyard equipment and robotics, to address labor challenges and improve efficiency. The last segment goes over ‘hot button’ ag issues and headline news including water…
Ninth Annual “Feeding the Economy” Report Highlights Agriculture’s Impact on U.S. Economy
…full list of sponsoring organizations includes: American Bakers Association American Beverage Association American Farm Bureau Federation American Frozen Food Institute American Peanut Council American Soybean Association Association of Equipment Manufacturers…
American Agriculture History Minute: Development of Factory-Made Agricultural Equipment
…Factory-Made Agricultural Equipment Prior to the 1800s, most of the tools and equipment farmers and ranchers used were handmade. The growing use of factory-made agricultural equipment increased farmer production and…
Rural Mainstreet Index Plunges to New Low Amid Economic Uncertainty
…with strong prices supporting stability. Only 9% of bankers predict negative cash flow for ranchers in 2025. However, farm equipment sales continued their slump, declining for the 18th consecutive month,…
Softer Sales Prevailed in Ag Machinery
Softer sales prevailed in ag machinery in 2024 and that trend is expected to continue into 2025 according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. Softer Sales Prevailed in Ag Machinery…
Agricultural Equipment Soft Market Reflects Broader Economic Uncertainty
DepositPhotos image A soft market for agricultural equipment over the past year, reflects broader economic uncertainty. This uncertainty is attributed to potential weather issues, commodity market fluctuations, geopolitical concerns, and…
Autonomous Robotics Expands in Agriculture with Farm-NG
…this approach could reduce per-acre equipment operating costs by 30 to 40 percent compared to traditional tractor use. For smaller farms, the Amiga serves as a labor-saving tool, assisting with…
China Retaliates with Tariffs on U.S. Farm Machinery Amid Trade Dispute
…Donald Trump imposed an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports last Tuesday, China responded with its own 10% tariffs on U.S. goods, including agricultural equipment. The tariffs target more than…
Hansen Industries Showcases Energy-Efficient Ventilation at World Ag Expo
…potable water solutions, stainless steel storage tanks, and manure management equipment. The company provides systems for dewatering manure and stacking bedding, offering a range of solutions to improve efficiency and…
Farm Leaders Call for Stronger Farm Bill, Risk Management at Senate Ag Hearing
…type. Larew echoed Duvall’s concerns, sharing the story of a farmer who expanded operations by renting additional land and purchasing new equipment, only to face financial hardship when prices dropped….