Overall sales of tractors were lower in September compared to last year. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers monthly report on equipment sales found the sale of all tractors in the…
GOP’s Evolving Tax Plan May See Changes
New details are filtering out on the GOP’s evolving tax plan. Some reports say equipment expensing and how producers file their taxes could see changes. Washington Post sources say the…
Farm Safety on a Budget
…In addition to slow-moving vehicle signs, proper lighting on equipment is a big key to safety. Lighting There are many simple things farmers can do to take care of their…
Cap and Trade Funding for Agriculture
…other financial incentives to reduce emissions from agricultural pumps, harvesting equipment, tractors, and other equipment used in agricultural operations. Some in the agriculture industry did not support the cap and…
Broomrape Concerns California Tomato Industry
…the approach for other growers moving forward. “Prevention is helping to contain the spread by limiting movement from these fields, which would include cleaning equipment before moving from field to…
Rural Mainstreet Index Lower
The Rural Mainstreet Index fell to its lowest level of the year last month as farmland prices declined and agriculture equipment sales were dismal. The index, compiled by Nebraska’s Creighton…
California Receives Funding to Boost Small Business Exports
…in foreign markets, – including China, Europe, Southeast Asia, and Mexico, – and encourage exports of information technologies, food and agricultural products, consumer goods and medical equipment. “Small businesses can…
Safety Tips for Farm Safety Week
…a few dollars to invest in the appropriate array of personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, hearing protection and gloves. Make sure all workers are fully qualified and provided…
Almond Board: Low-Dust Harvest Equipment Demos
The Almond Board of California is hosting two demonstrations featuring low-dust harvesting equipment. Growers and others in the industry are invited to head out to see side-by-side demonstrations of low-dust…
John Deere Equipment About to Get Smarter
After nearly a year of discussion, John Deere recently announced a $305 million-dollar agreement to buy Blue River Technology, a company specializing in artificial intelligence specifically designed for agriculture. Based…
Agri View: Energy to Produce Food
…of all energy produced in the United States. Farmers use a portion of that. Natural gas is used to produce most fertilizer. Diesel fuel keeps tractors and other motorized equipment…
Cattlemen Launch Month Long Media Campaign for Comprehensive Tax Reform
…repeal of the onerous death tax, which charges them in cash on the often-inflated appraised value of their property and equipment. This campaign will shine a spotlight on the stories…
Poll: Tax Reform Needed for Farmers and America
…deduct equipment purchases in the year the purchase is made. Voters support reducing the capital gains tax (54- 26 percent). Three in five voters (61-18 percent) say farmland that is…