…the lettuce industry valued at approximately $3 billion. The goal is that by addressing the pathogen farmers will see a reduction of crop losses and improved profitability. “We’re looking at…
Survey: Commodity Prices Impacting Ag Retailers
…The survey was sent to 5,000 U.S. businesses in the retail ag sector. Respondents answered a total of 11 questions, focusing on the most pressing factors affecting profitability, growth, and…
USDA Invests in Projects to Spur Innovation in Grazing Lands, Organic Systems and Soil Health
…cover crop selection, planting dates, roller type, planter modifications and termination methods lead to the most successful organic no-till outcomes for soil health, corn and soybean yields and farm profitability….
Eliminating Antibiotic Use Would Cost Cattlemen $1.8 Billion
…as $1.8 billion dollars. The resulting reduction in profitability through the beef industry would be passed on to consumers in the form of higher prices. From the National Association of…
Ag Groups Applaud Precision Ag Connectivity Act
…they work. The Farm Bureau says precision agriculture maximizes yield, lowers environmental impact, and improves farm profitability, which is important at a time when farmers need to maximize every penny…
Agricultural Broadband Bill Important Milestone, Farm Bureau Says
…based on soil conditions down to the square inch. Such precision maximizes yield, lowers environmental impact and improves profitability at a time when farmers must watch every penny to survive….
New Water Sensing Technology Coming to Almond Orchards
…Vice President of Crop Nutrition for Yara International Terje Knutsen said, “driving again that profitability for the farmer in a sustainable way.” The on-leaf sensor collects information from magnetic leaf…
2018 Leopold Conservation Award Seeks Nominees
…lines, attending field days, and sharing stories of land stewards who have managed to achieve both conservation and profitability,” said Sand County Foundation President, Kevin McAleese. “The Leopold Conservation Award…
Study: RFS Impact on Refinery Profitability Minimal
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley’s energy policy staff analyzed recent claims by opponents of the Renewable Fuels Standard, specifically as it relates to the bankruptcy of Philadelphia Energy Solutions. The company…
New Records for U.S. Beef Export Value, Pork Export Volume in 2017
…and that the industry would be counting more than ever on export growth to support hog prices and sustain profitability,” Halstrom said. “Our international pork customers really stepped up to…
CattleFax Predicts Large Supply and Strong Demand in 2018
CattleFax celebrated its 50th anniversary during the popular CattleFax Outlook Session at the 2018 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show. CattleFax Senior Analyst Kevin Good highlighted the industry’s profitability…
Elderberry Project Evaluates Viability of California Production
…to address the question of profitability for growing elderberries as a commercial crop. After the two-year elderberry project is completed the information will be used to create a production guide…
Farm Profits Expected to Stabilize
…However, both profitability measures remain below their 2000-2016 averages, which included substantial increases in crop and animal product cash receipts from 2010 to 2013. Net cash farm income and net…
Canada Group Issues Report on Trade Without NAFTA
…the report points out that less than 20 percent of Canadian crop products are sold into the U.S. marketplace, which would limit the impact on industry costs and profitability. Meanwhile,…