Agriculture
Excess fall moisture has slowed harvest and contributed to crown rot in Iowa fields.
Lower rail freight costs have helped maintain reasonable grain basis values this harvest season.
All eight major fertilizers remain more expensive than a year ago, according to DTN.
A new federal order expands livestock grazing to help reduce wildfire risk and improve rangeland health.
Business & Markets
Corn growers are calling for immediate changes to USDA’s reporting process.
For farmers and ranchers, a dog attacking livestock is more than a nuisance — it can threaten animals, livelihoods, and years of investment — but the law generally does not recognize a blanket right to shoot a dog simply for trespassing.
Lenders are working with struggling farmers to find ways to keep their operations in business.
The Mosaic Company field solutions agronomist Tryston Beyrer recommends comprehensive soil testing, balanced nutrient management, and strategic fertilizer spending to protect soil productivity while making the most of every input dollar.
Lifestyle & Entertainment
The 75-minute production features tributes to country music legends alongside Christmas classics.
The congressman met with local farmers to hear their concerns before returning to Washington.
With six new honorees and an expanded museum, the organization is continuing its mission to preserve those stories and introduce future generations to the women who helped shape the West.
