Soil and tissue testing play a crucial role in developing an effective crop nutrition plan, helping farmers make informed decisions about fertilization and nutrient management. In a recent discussion, Abe…
Laser Technology Offers a New Approach to Weed Control
…lasers,” Mikesell said. According to Mikesell, eliminating the need for chemical herbicides offers several advantages. Farmers do not have to worry about regulatory bans on herbicides, potential crop damage, or…
Precision Sprayer Earns Recognition at World Ag Expo
…the need for manual weed removal later in the crop cycle. “By eliminating the herbicides that are placed onto crops at a young stage, you’re promoting a stronger crop that…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-13-25
…priorities set by the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance, including expanding the fruit and vegetable snack program to all states, establishing a specialty crop research initiative, increasing state-level grants for…
USDA’s February Farm Income Forecast
…from 2024 to $515.0 billion in 2025 in nominal dollars. Total crop receipts are forecast to decrease by $5.6 billion (2.3 percent) from 2024 levels to $239.6 billion following lower…
Verdant Robotics Showcases Precision Sprayer at World Ag Expo
…by up to 97%. The result, he says, is a significant reduction in input costs while maintaining or improving crop health. “The machine can apply anything from a dime-sized droplet…
Farm Leaders Call for Stronger Farm Bill, Risk Management at Senate Ag Hearing
…career for young people and ensure a stable agricultural economy in rural communities. Duvall stressed that crop insurance remains the “cornerstone of the Farm Bill,” providing farmers with a necessary…
U. S. Agricultural Economy Improves for January 2025
…for producers for 2025 include rising input costs and decreasing prices for crops and livestock. U. S. Agricultural Economy Improves for January 2025 U.S. Farmers’ Retain Optimistic Outlook for 2025…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ohio Early Corn Production Leader
…Farmers in southern Ohio also had the climate to raise tobacco, a highly sought-after crop believed to have many medicinal qualities. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold….
NASS Conducting a Survey for Specialty Horticulture Crop Producers
DepositPhotos image The USDA National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) is conducting a survey for specialty horticulture crop producers. The survey aims to gather detailed information about the sector. The data…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 02-07-25
…loans, and the necessity of crop insurance. The episode also highlights the lack of representation for fruit and vegetable specialty crops in the hearing and delves into the critical importance…
AgroLiquid Expert Discusses Fertilizer Budgeting and Long-Term Crop Management
In a recent interview, Dylan Rogers, a sales account manager for AgroLiquid in California, shared insights on fertilizer budgeting and long-term crop management. As fertilizer costs continue to rise, he…
CattleFax Forecasts Continued Strong Demand and High Price Outlook for Cattle Producers
…with a yearly average spot future price of $4.40/bu. expected. “An increase in corn supply for the new crop year is expected as smaller beginning stocks are offset by larger…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 02-05-25
…agricultural technology. The discussion covers new developments in robotic pollinators, AI-driven hive monitoring systems, and autonomous harvesting equipment. They also explore the revolutionary technology of RanchBot for monitoring livestock water…