Agriculture
The ballot measure could direct up to $175 million toward wildfire mitigation and conservation projects.
Earlier feedlot placement could help producers capture more efficient growth from beef-on-dairy cattle.
The American Soybean Association warns proposed refinery exemptions could reduce biofuel demand and cut U.S. soybean crop value by more than $1 billion.
Texas A&M researchers are studying whether prickly pear could offer drought-prone regions a new crop opportunity, but commercial markets and processing infrastructure still need development.
Business & Markets
Scott “The Cow Guy” Shellady admires Dolly Parton’s business brilliance, her family-centered approach to business ownership, and her power to say no to Elvis, which proves patience is an asset.
The December trade mission will connect American agriculture with buyers in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand.
The new MILO contract gives sorghum producers a direct tool to manage price-spread risk, but liquidity and regional basis differences remain important factors.
USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey says July heat kept pressure on the spring wheat crop this year, while drought took an even bigger toll on winter wheat.
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Exmark has been building mowers for more than 40 years, offering equipment ranging from zero-turn riders to stand-on and walk-behind mowers.
American flags will be lowered across the country in honor of the country music legend.
