…using cement, much the same as they had used to make houses or barns. Many of those upright silos early on were not safe longer term. Other farmers tried a…
Future of U.S. Biofuels Hinges on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Incentives
…expected to play a major role in SAF production, yet progress will rely heavily on policies that support farmers and biofuel manufacturers. The new CoBank Knowledge Exchange report highlights the…
Organic Research Field Day Highlights Funding Needs for Climate-Smart Solutions
…focuses on innovative organic and climate-smart farming practices, including cover cropping and soil health management. His work has helped farmers adopt more sustainable practices, increasing resilience and reducing environmental impact….
Xerces Society’s 2023 Efforts Highlight Pollinator and Habitat Protection
…farmers to create sustainable solutions that benefit both agriculture and ecosystems. One of the key achievements was the establishment of thousands of acres of pollinator-friendly habitats. The society partnered with…
American Agriculture History Minute: Cargill Brothers Develop Grain Storage
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppel with an American Agriculture History Minute. As grain production grew in the mid -1800s, it became evident farmers could not use all the crops they…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-08-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show CJ Miller talks with Kip Tom, the Co-Chair of “Farmers and Ranchers for Trump” and one of…
Organizations Collecting Donations for Ranchers Hit by Wildfires
…damage was immense, with farmers and ranchers losing many head of cattle, stored feedstocks, fences, gates, hayfields, and crop fields. They also lost farmsteads, pastures, outbuildings, farmhouses, and equipment. “The…
NRCS Announces $1.5 Billion for Conservation Projects Aimed at Climate Action and Resource Protection
…for USDA conservation programs, including $4.95 billion for RCPP, the initiative encourages voluntary, locally led conservation strategies to benefit farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack praised RCPP…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ralston Purina Company Formed
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Opel with an American Agriculture History Minute. As American agriculture expanded, farmers continued to make improvements in their production of grain, and by the late 1880s,…
Election Results Set the Stage for New Priorities in Agriculture
…agencies face more restrictions when enforcing environmental regulations, such as those under the National Environmental Policy Act. Tax relief for farmers and ranchers is another priority. Lane emphasized the importance…
Sonoma County Votes Down Animal Containment Measure, Early Results Show
…the Sonoma County elections page. In a win for farmers, Sonoma County voters struck down Measure J, a proposal to prohibit Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) outside the Coastal Zone….
Farmers’ Optimism Rose Ahead of U.S. Election, Purdue Ag Economy Barometer Shows
…confirmed that farmers think economic conditions this year are worse than last year and weaker than during the barometer’s base period of 2015-2016, which was in the early days of…
New Legislation Aims to Support Farmers’ Financial Needs for 2024
…on the per-acre cost of production, covering 60 percent of economic losses on eligible acres. Payment limits vary based on income sources: farmers earning less than 75 percent of their…
USDA Workshop Sets Research Roadmap for Tackling PFAS Challenges in Agriculture
…handling PFAS, a persistent environmental contaminant affecting agricultural operations. PFAS, often called “forever chemicals” for their inability to naturally break down, has raised concerns among farmers due to its potential…