Agriculture
NCBA and PLC Policy Director Garrett Edmonds discusses federal wolf-management efforts, echoing USDA’s call for states to review policies and engage livestock producers.
Drones and virtual fencing are seeing increased use across farms and ranches.
Michael and Fredrick Hawkins of Hawkins Cattle Company share about their upcoming Cattle 101 event in Texas, designed to introduce young people and families to beef production and agricultural careers.
Research from USDA, Washington State University and CLAAS will range from improving crops to developing farm machinery.
Business & Markets
Standard insecticides are ineffective against the pest, making early detection especially important.
StoneX Director of Fertilizer Josh Linville discusses global supply pressures, fertilizer price volatility, and purchasing strategies for farmers preparing for fall applications and the 2027 growing season.
Joe Knopp with Imogene Ingredients discussed Farmatan’s history, feedlot trial results, and options for incorporating the product into cattle management programs.
Other crops appear to have escaped the storm without many issues.
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Donors recently raised close to $1 million to support programs across the state.
Whitley County’s Justin Johnson was selected for the statewide recognition.
Takahiro Omori and Dean Rojas of Team Lowrance combined for 17 scorable bass weighing 29 pounds, 2 ounces, comfortably securing the first of two advancement spots into the Knockout Round.
Known as the Silo Hunter, Marianne May tracks down her grandfather’s concrete silos to preserve family history and the region’s agricultural heritage.
