…dissipation,” Hansen explained. “Heat costs money, and by eliminating excess heat, we improve energy efficiency.” Another key feature is the ability to adjust fan speeds between 10% and 100% without…
Farm Leaders Call for Stronger Farm Bill, Risk Management at Senate Ag Hearing
…are losing significant amounts of money per acre, particularly on corn, and are being forced to make tough decisions about what to plant or whether to forgo renting land, potentially…
Agronomic Minute: UPL Highlights Benefits of Axios Fungicide for Almond Growers
…grants this designation to products that pose lower risks to human health and the environment compared to older conventional pesticides. This means improved safety for workers handling the product and…
Almond Update: Almond Board Secures Additional Funding to Boost Global Market Development
…second round will allow the Board to carry out activities based on these assessments, further strengthening export opportunities. Additionally, ABC plans to use the new funding to implement innovative strategies…
Cattle and Bison Imports from Mexico Resume
DepositPhotos image The US Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS) has announced the resumption of cattle and bison imports from Mexico, following a halt due to…
NASDA Sets Federal Policy Priorities for 2025
…changes. One of the primary focuses is the upcoming farm bill, which NASDA believes must strengthen U.S. agriculture while also ensuring food security and environmental sustainability. Additionally, the organization plans…
Fertilizer Tariff Concerns Loom as Spring Planting Approaches
…the market. Demand is also rising as more U.S. farmers plan to plant corn, which requires significant nitrogen fertilizer. Potash supplies, heavily reliant on Canada, are another concern. If tariffs…
Farm Bureau Names 2025 Farm Dog of the Year
…Pro-Plan dog food and other Purina products for Sirius. The company has been helping dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives through scientifically based nutritional innovations for 130 years. “Purina…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-23-25
…produce 2.4 million tons, meeting 15% of Brazil’s needs, with potential expansion. The company completed a $30 million IPO in November and plans to use the funds for construction. Simpson…
Almond Update: Orchard Challenges Highlight Need for Balance in Supply and Demand
…were going to get despite the great bloom.” The extreme summer heat also added to the challenges, creating uncertainty in yields. While growers hope for a more stable season, Penney…
USDA Reminds Producers to Apply for Assistance to Cover Food Safety Certification Expenses
…maintaining, or updating food safety plans, certification fees, microbiological testing, soil amendments, water, and training. Payments are calculated for each eligible cost category. Producers are urged to act promptly to…
Enrollment Opened for 2025 Farm and Dairy Safety-Net Programs
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the enrollment periods for its 2025 safety-net programs aimed at supporting American farmers and dairy producers. These programs, including the…
NFU Prioritizes Maintaining Viability of Farming Operations
DepositPhotos image The National Farmers Union (NFU) prioritizes maintaining the viability of farming operations amidst economic challenges, emphasizing the need for a robust safety net, strong crop insurance, and continued…