by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant
Increasing yields should always be a priority to any corn grower. At Cornell’s virtual Corn Congress, Connor Sible of the Department of Crop Sciences at the University of Illinois presented “Understanding Biologicals for Improved Corn Management” to share his findings. (more…)
by Troy Bishopp
The news story came over the barn radio: “Cream cheese is in short supply.” For purveyors of cheesecakes and schmeared bagels, this is an unfolding tragedy that cuts into the enjoyment of a favorite dairy product. (more…)
by Enrico Villamaino
The annual meeting of the American Farm Bureau Women (AFBW) organization was held at the annual American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) convention on Jan. 8 in Atlanta. The AFBW’s Leadership program provides women with development opportunities to “sharpen their skills and strengthen their ability to inspire change.” (more…)
On Dec. 14, 2021, Ben Adler, Yahoo News’ senior climate editor, wrote an article titled “Why climate change is likely to cause more devastating tornadoes.” (more…)
The January 2022 newsletter that I received from Mercer Milling Company opened with the quote “The (mineral) market is seeing some stability, seeming to be quiet. Per the ‘new normal’ we seem to be getting used to, freight and logistics are the troubling factors; (more…)
Webster’s New World Dictionary defines the word stymie as follows: noun – “(golf) the condition that exists on a putting green when an opponent’s ball lies in a direct line between the player’s ball and the hole; any situation in which one is obstructed or frustrated; (more…)
by Sally Colby
In reviewing the ways in which 2021 affected cattle producers, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane said the focus was increasing profitability throughout the supply chain. (more…)
by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant
Neighborliness seems an integral aspect of the rural life of yesteryear. In current times, the busy pace of life may make it difficult for you to get to know your neighbors. (more…)
by Sally Colby
Veterinarians and producers have kept a close eye on African swine fever (AFS) for the past several years, but it’s getting closer to the U.S. (more…)
by Sally Colby
Backgrounding, which occurs between weaning and finishing, can be an important aspect of the cattle production process. Although cattle are managed in groups (more…)
Horse Tales by Judy Van Put
With winter comes a whole host of extra care that is needed to keep horses safe, healthy and comfortable. Their hooves tend to grow more slowly during this time of year and are less able to adapt to the cold and wet weather and icy, hard ground. (more…)
by Sally Colby
Organic farming traditionally involves some degree of tillage, primarily for weed management. Because tillage interferes with the accumulation of organic matter that’s vital for soil building and successful crops, researchers are working to find an alternative. (more…)
