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Farm Progress America, January 8, 2024

Farm Progress America, January 8, 2024

Mike Pearson takes a look at the decision by the federal EPA to rescind the ban for Chlorpyrifos. Farm groups cheered the decision.

This Week in Agribusiness, Jan. 6, 2024

This Week in Agribusiness, Jan. 6, 2024

Farm bill and policy, board member qualities, using a solar array on the farm, soybean pest control, the Farm Futures Business Summit, electric tractors and farmer connections are highlighted this week.

Managing winter water supply

Managing winter water supply

Mature cattle require 1 gallon of liquid water per 100 pounds of body weight.

Ag agencies facing another potential shutdown

Ag agencies facing another potential shutdown

Legislative Watch: Funds expire for USDA, FDA operations; RMA roadshow to highlight livestock policies; Biden extends suspension of EU steel, aluminum tariffs.

Experimenting with pasture program can pay off

Experimenting with pasture program can pay off

Doug Ferguson takes a look at the thirsty cattle markets this week and gives a lesson in pasture management.

U.S. farmer sentiment stable as inflation expectations subside

U.S. farmer sentiment stable as inflation expectations subside

Farmers reported improvements in financial performance during December.

Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board appointments announced

Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board appointments announced

Twenty-five members will serve three-year terms, one member will serve a one-year term.

Three-State Beef Conference coming up

Three-State Beef Conference coming up

Topics include corn residue grazing, heifer development and managing cows for longevity and profitability.

5 dates to watch in 2024

5 dates to watch in 2024

While nobody can predict the future, these dates loom large on the agriculture calendar.

2024 BIF Research Symposium and Convention program announced

2024 BIF Research Symposium and Convention program announced

Program topics focus on how industry can enhance value through genetic improvement.