A total of 2.8 million acres have been enrolled in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). The 2021 CRP acreage falls short of the goal of…
Overall Bankruptcy Rates Dropping
Despite challenges from COVID-19 and bad weather, higher commodity prices and government support have finally turned the tide around on year-over-year increases in Chapter 12 bankruptcies. The American Farm Bureau…
Propane Prices Heading Higher
Liquid Propane prices in the U.S. could be heading higher based on current supply/demand factors. A Successful Farming article says that could mean higher corn drying costs for farmers this…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-24-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the biological approach to fighting Grapevine Trunk Disease infection,…
Study Finds Genetics Rather Than Environment Are Source of THC Levels in Hemp
A recent study from Cornell University has found no link between increases in the THC content in hemp with environmental or biological stresses. Guidelines from USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service note…
Joining U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Is Easy and Provides Industry Benefits
The National Cotton Council is working to organize educational outreach opportunities and enrollment meetings for cotton producers interested in joining the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol. As greater attention is paid…
Problems and Solutions When Growing Artichokes
Some problems and solutions when growing your own artichokes at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Artichoke Aphids Pinterest image Artichoke Slug UCANR image Painted Lady Caterpillar…
EPA Moves to End Chlorpyrifos Use on National Scale
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken action to prohibit chlorpyrifos use on a national level. A Final Rule was recently issued to revoke all tolerances of the pesticide….
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-23-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Farm Bureau’s disappointment in the EPA’s Chlorpyrifos decision, a…
New Website Offers Regenerative Agriculture Resources
The University of Missouri announced a new website focused on regenerative agriculture topics. Regenerative agriculture has sparked considerable interest over the last few years, offering a toolbox of practices that…
Artichoke is an Exotic Plant, and a Tasty, Gourmet Treat to Grow
How to begin growing a tasty, gourmet treat right at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cultivation of artichokes of the variety There’s nothing better than tasting…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 08-20-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including ag commissioners assuring producers their crop and livestock production…
USDA Reports on Farm Computer Usage and Ownership
The Department of Agriculture released the 2021 Farm Computer Usage and Ownership report. The report is conducted every other year and presents data on farm computer usage, including computer access,…
Italian Eggplant Varieties to Grow on the Farm or Garden
The best Italian eggplant varieties to grow at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Italian Eggplant Varieties Container Growing Method Pinterest Japanese Ichiban eggplant Pinterest Traviata Ichiban…