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Kelly Loeffler expected as Trump's pick for Secretary of Agriculture

November 22, 2024

If her nomination is confirmed, it will be a key position, as Department of Health and Human Services nominee Robert F. Kennedy has threatened to crack down on unhealthy food – which is making many in the agricultural industry nervous about government overreach.

Is Inflation Hurting Conservation Adoption?

By John Dobberstein posted on November 3, 2024 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Researchers at the University of Illinois conducted a thorough review of federal data to analyze how inflationary pressures are affecting the reach of USDA’s conservation assistance to farmers. Read on to see what they found.

Long-Term Studies Indicate ‘The More the Merrier’ in Crop Rotations

Studies spanning 60-years of data show farms are more resilient to the vagaries of markets, policy meddling and weather with more diverse crop rotations.

By Dan Crummett posted on October 27, 2024 | Posted in Soil Health

A recent report from USDA’s Agricultural Research Service has some interesting insights on the benefits of crop rotations, but researchers caution the “long view” is needed to fully capitalize on such improvements.

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Penn State Researchers Earn Funding for Sustainable Weed and Insect Management

October 16, 2024

In a press release Oct. 11 from Penn State Extension, they announced three Penn State research teams have received awards totaling $1.78 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Thinking About Reducing Tillage in the Spring? Start Preparing in the Fall

October 15, 2024 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: Michigan State University

Reducing tillage has been one of the most common recommendations made to improve soil health over time and reduce erosion risk. However, this broad-brush suggestion is no easy feat.

USDA Expands Aid for Farmers Affected by Hurricane Helene

October 7, 2024 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101, Crop Protection

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which devastated communities, homes, farms and businesses across parts of the Southeast, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has deployed staff to assist with response and recovery efforts.

Free App Helps Farmers Predict, Prevent Tar Spot in Corn

By Nicole Miller posted on August 4, 2024 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: UW-Madison Grow Magazine

Tar spot has been causing problems in Mexico since the 1910s, but has recently shown up in Midwestern states.

Strip-Till Benchmark Survey

Strip-Till Corn Yields 9 Bushels Higher Than No-Till Average in Dry Year

Steady yields & increased cover crop usage among key takeaways from 11th annual Strip-Till Operational Benchmark Study

By Noah Newman posted on July 9, 2024 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Strip-Till Farmer’s 11th annual Strip-Till Operational Benchmark Study, with responses from 215 strip-tillers across the U.S., shows that strip-till yields didn’t take much of a dip in 2023, despite much of the country experiencing dry or drought conditions.

The Risk of Sidewall Compaction

When soil is in the 'plastic' state, the risk of sidewall compaction is high, which can affect early crop development and reduce crop yield potential.

May 22, 2024 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Penn State Extension

According to USDA, 23% of Pennsylvania corn had been planted on May 6th, 2024, and few soybean acres have gone in so there is still a lot of planting that needs to be done.

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[Video] Alternatives to Cereal Rye Cover Crop for Farmers in Colder Climates

May 11, 2024 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101, Cover Crops

Josè Franco, USDA research agronomist, and his team at the U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center in North Freedom, Wis., are evaluating possible alternatives to only using cereal rye as a winter cover crop in the Upper Midwest.

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Kelly Loeffler expected as Trump's pick for Secretary of Agriculture

Is Inflation Hurting Conservation Adoption?

Long-Term Studies Indicate ‘The More the Merrier’ in Crop Rotations

Penn State Researchers Earn Funding for Sustainable Weed and Insect Management

Thinking About Reducing Tillage in the Spring? Start Preparing in the Fall

USDA Expands Aid for Farmers Affected by Hurricane Helene

Free App Helps Farmers Predict, Prevent Tar Spot in Corn

Strip-Till Corn Yields 9 Bushels Higher Than No-Till Average in Dry Year

The Risk of Sidewall Compaction

[Video] Alternatives to Cereal Rye Cover Crop for Farmers in Colder Climates

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