Meteorologist: Some Rainfall, But Not Enough to Get Rid of Drought
Drought continues to plague a large part of rural America. DTN meteorologist John Baranick says farm country continues baking in the heat and dry weather. Baranick says, “We are. It really built up from mid-May to mid-June.
NPPC Releases Third Quarter Economic Update
The National Pork Producers Council released its Q3 Economic Update. NPPC Economist Holly Cook talks about the update and some of the key takeaways. Cook says, “NPPC’s Quarterly Economic Update provides a snapshot of current market trends
USDEC and NMPF Form Alliance with Italian Dairy Association to Promote Priorities Internationally
ARLINGTON, VA – The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), and Italian Dairy Association (Assolatte) signed an agreement today that increases collaboration between the three groups as they promote the nutritional benefits of dairy products and
Operation Lifesaver, Inc. Unveils Exciting New Look for School Bus Driver Interactive eLearning
WASHINGTON, DC, July 27, 2023 – Every school day, 480,000 yellow school buses travel the nation’s roads. With approximately 140,000 miles of railroad tracks and 212,000 highway-railroad grade crossings across the U.S., school bus drivers need to know
Chairman Thompson Announces Farm Bill Listening Session Next Week at Farmfest
WASHINGTON, DC — Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture, Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15), will host a Farm Bill listening session in Redwood County, Minnesota at Farmfest. Mr. Thompson will be joined by Rep. Brad Finstad (MN-01) along with bipartisan Members
Farm Credit Supports the Pingree/Higgins Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Farm Credit Council President and CEO Todd Van Hoose made the following statement about the Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act introduced by Representatives Clay Higgins and Chellie Pingree. “Representatives Pingree and Higgins are champions
U.S. Specialty Crop Growers Welcome Legislation Supporting Domestic Marketing and Farming Efficiencies
WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 27, 2023) – The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA), a national coalition of more than 200 specialty crop organizations representing growers of fruits, vegetables, dried fruit, tree nuts, nursery plants and other products, applauded
Stine® Seed Company to Expand Retail Brand into Canada
ADEL, Iowa — U.S.-based Stine Seed Company is pleased to announce its expansion into Canada. Initially launching in Ontario, the following retail businesses — all of which are affiliated with The Agromart Group — will sell Stine soybean seed:
BASF InVigor Showcase Plot Tour 2023
American Ag Network had the opportunity to check out BASF’s Invigor Showcase Plot Tour near Rugby, ND. We learned about the latest hybrids and crop protection products available to growers by speaking with BASF experts and representatives
North Dakota Development Fund Seeks Applicants for Fertilizer Facility Loan Funding
BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Development Fund (NDDF) is now soliciting applications for companies looking to construct a fertilizer facility in North Dakota. Up to $65M in loan funds are available through the NDDF for the development