Several key organizations have gathered in St. Louis, Missouri this week to delve into soil health as a key element in carbon sequestration efforts. “C-Quest: Charting a Course for Climate Research in Agriculture,” featured the Soil Health Partnership (SHP), a farmer-led initiative of the Nation Corn Growers Association. Together with Monsanto Company, Washington University in St. Louis, Foundation for Food and … Read More
Thanksgiving Lesson Connects Students to Food
The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture is offering pre-K through first grade teachers a Thanksgiving-themed activity. “Thank an American Farmer or Rancher” explains where food comes and asks students to write, draw or create thank you letters and cards for America’s farmers. The lesson plan, a letter written by a farmer, suggested reading list, and class discussion ideas are … Read More
NCGA Seeks Applications for Corn Board 2018
Now is the time to become involved with the National Corn Growers Association. The Nominating Committee is seeking applications for the 2018 Corn Board. “I have had the privilege of working with so many talented, dedicated volunteers who step forward to lead this organization during my years on the Corn Board,” said NCGA Chairman and Nominating Committee Chair Chip Bowling. … Read More
Fields-of-Corn Photo Contest Seeking Entries?
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is once again inviting amateur and professional photographers to help tell the story of farming American field corn through the third annual Fields-of-Corn Photo Contest. The contest allows the nation’s corn growers to submit high-resolution photos of corn growth from seed to harvest. Those who have already submitted entires can also enter additional photos, … Read More
Celebrating More than 90 Years of Dry Bean Production
The Nebraska Dry Bean Commission (NDBC) is the latest partner sponsor of the American Doorstop Project, a project that collects stories that were instrumental in shaping America’s agricultural roots. The Commission hopes to put a spotlight on the importance of Nebraska’s dry bean industry. Nebraska’s dry bean producers consistently rank #1 and #2 in the United States for Great Northern and … Read More
AEM: Small Tractor Sales Continue to Lead
The latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Ag Tractor and Combine Report shows that, while U.S. retail sales of tractors under 40HP and 40-100HP continued to lead the way in September and larger tractor sales rebounded from last month, year-to-date tractor sales are still down. The report also noted that September U.S. retail sales for 2WD tractors … Read More
NCGA, USGC Sponsor Agri-Pulse Infrastructure Series
The National Corn Growers Association and the U.S. Grains Council understand that infrastructure is the backbone of American agriculture. That’s why they’ve signed on a sponsors of a seven-part Agri-Pulse editorial series. These special pieces will take a look at America’s infrastructure and improvements needed to keep U.S. agriculture competitive, both here in the states and abroad. The series was … Read More
Grassland Oregon Offers Pollinator Seed Mix
Grassland Oregon has announced the launch of Pastures for Pollinators, a new seed mix that includes a variety of flowering annual clovers to support sustainable livestock farming in the United States and increase pollinator populations. Pollinators across the U.S. have been declining over the last five decades, with habitat loss acting as a major contributor to this issue, which has … Read More
4R Nominations Due October 31
The Fertilizer Institute deadline for the 4R Advocate program will be here soon. Applications are being accepted until next Monday, October 31. The program recognizes retailers and producers who are leading the way in 4R nutrient stewardship. “Our desire is to see widespread adoption of the 4R principles by growers across the nation in an effort to improve productivity and … Read More
Exports Offer Bright Spot in USDA Corn Report
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its new corn forecast report and predicts that this year’s corn harvest will reach 15.057 bushels. Although this is down around 36 million bushels from last month’s estimates, it is still predicted to be another record crop. The World Agriculture Supply and Demand Estimates Report also lowered corn supplies for 2016/2017 from … Read More