The University of Missouri’s College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources and its College of Engineering have teamed up with Archer Daniels Midland Company to open a new research center focusing on biofuels and food production. The ADM Center for Agricultural Development was designed to give students more of a hands on approach in learning the latest theories of biofuel … Read More
FAPRI: Corn, Soybean and Cotton Prices to Drop Even More
A crop that’s expected to be even bigger than just previously estimated is expected to push prices down even more than previously expected. Earlier this month, we told you how the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI) at the University of Missouri expected corn, soybean and cotton prices to drop from what had been some pretty impressive highs of … Read More
Farm Foundation Forum on WOTUS Set for Sept. 17
As the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers takes public comment on their proposed “Waters of the United States” or WOTUS regulations, Farm Foundation is offering a forum on the issue. Next Wednesday, Sept. 17th from 9 am-11 am at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., Farm Foundation hosts a free forum on how … Read More
FAPRI: Crop Prices Dropping
Crop producers are seeing a complete reversal of fortunes from not very long ago, as commodity prices drop and are expected to continue to stay down through next year. The latest report from the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute at the University of Missouri shows a sharp decline in prices for grains, oilseeds and cotton compared to recent peaks. … Read More
“Gift of Grain” Now an Option for Farmers
While cash might not always be plentiful in some parts of farming country, grain certainly can be. That’s why the American Red Cross has partnered with grain growers in Iowa who might not be able to give money but can certainly donate a portion of their harvest and cooperatives, such as GROWMARK, through the Gift of Grain program. The American … Read More
Feds: Propane Supplies Below Average But Increasing
Propane uses, especially Midwestern farmers, are hoping to avoid a repeat of last winter’s high prices, low inventories and logistical and infrastructure challenges that caused some real problems last year. The latest information from the U.S. Energy Information Administration shows that while inventories are below average, they’re above the numbers from a year ago and are trending upwards in the … Read More
Propane Expands in Non-Traditional Farm Uses
Farmers across the country are turning more and more to propane for their operations. A new study sponsored by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) shows that farmers looking to cut fuel costs, increase efficiencies, and meet strict emissions standards are turning to the clean-burning fuel. Propane is currently used by more than 40 percent of farms in the … Read More
Farm Foundation Offering “Soil Renaissance” Forum
The greatest treasure for any farmer is not buried in the soil… it IS the soil. With that in mind and knowing that healthy soils are key to a vibrant agriculture, clean water and air, and provide a home to microorganisms that play a fundamental role in all ecosystems, the Farm Foundation and the Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation is offering … Read More
Simpler Pyrolysis Means On-Farm Fuel Production
U.S.Department of Agriculture (USDA) researchers are getting closer to developing a system that will help farmers make their own energy on the farm or produce biofuels for commercial purposes. This article from the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) says scientists have found a way to simplify the pyrolysis processes for bio-oil. These findings by ARS scientists Charles Mullen and Akwasi … Read More
Forest Service Helps Farming Trees as Fuel Source
In honor of Earth Day today, the U.S. Forest Service is seeking proposals that expand wood energy use and support responsible forest management. This news release says the service is also offering a Wood Energy Financial App to help business leaders see a positive bottom line for these efforts. “USDA through the Forest Service is supporting development of wood energy … Read More