…to Lorrie’s coverage of the Commodity Classic 2025 in Denver, noting its lower attendance this year, significant industry discussions, and its emphasis on networking and educational sessions, covering topics from…
Consuming Grapes Daily Can Improve Muscle Health
…effects in males. This could aid in combating age-related muscle loss. Consuming Grapes Daily Can Improve Muscle Health Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 02-18-25
…Service Agency and NRCS operations. They delve into the firing of key USDA researchers investigating the effects of wildfire smoke on crops, highlighting the loss of critical ongoing research and…
The Growing Edge from Valent: Central Coast Growers Prepare for Spring Challenges
…from escalating as temperatures rise. “Coverage is essential,” he advised, stressing the importance of thorough applications to achieve effective pest control. One of the biggest takeaways from Burkdoll discussion was…
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….
CattleFax Forecasts Continued Strong Demand and High Price Outlook for Cattle Producers
…Beef prices continued their upward trend in 2024, averaging $8.01/lb., the second-highest demand level in history. While demand may ease slightly in 2025, retail prices are still expected to rise…
Smithfield CEO Confident in Growth, Downplays Industry Challenges
…at $20 and experienced a slight dip before closing near the initial offering price. The company raised approximately $522 million from the offering. As one of the world’s largest pork…
Bird Flu Drives Egg Prices Up, No Relief in Sight
Bandon, Oregon, January 8, 2025. Skyrocketing egg prices because of bird flu. Egg price increase, Willamette Farms in Oregon. DepositPhotos image The cost of eggs in the United States has…
Valent Midwinter Strategies for Managing Pests and Weeds in Orchards
…a similar way but are labeled for slightly different sets of crops. Burkdoll emphasized the importance of good spray coverage and, when possible, combining insecticides with dormant oil. DepositPhotos image…
Fertilizer Tariff Concerns Loom as Spring Planting Approaches
Fertilizer markets are facing uncertainty due to ongoing tariff discussions. Farmers and industry experts are watching closely as potential price increases could impact critical inputs for the upcoming planting season….
Almond Update: Coach Prime Representing California Almonds at Super Bowl Radio Row
…made an impact. “So, and I think what’s so great about it is he did this for us last year and it generated some awesome coverage. Like, was on ESPN…
U.S. Cattle on Feed Down One Percent
…reflected as well in the price of fed cattle which has remained strong, and in fact has crossed over the $200 per hundredweight mark in the month of January looking…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-27-25
…a class action lawsuit over turkey price fixing. The discussion covers the implications of price fixing in the turkey and broader poultry industries, including the involvement of multiple major companies…
Finding Out Food Date Labeling Connection with Food Waste
USDA and the Food and Drug Administration are accepting public comment through February 1st on how consumers perceive food date labels, and how they may impact food loss and waste….