New data from the Ohio Department of Agriculture shows more than 2.5 million acres of farmland are currently enrolled in the H2Ohio program across the state. Director Brian Baldridge says the continued growth has helped reduce nutrient runoff across the state. “In the Western Lake Erie Basin, that’s about 50 percent of acres,” he says. “That includes about 3,200 producers. Ninety-five percent of…… Continue Reading
New CAUV legislation could improve the program for Ohio farmers
Ohio Farm Bureau members want more clarity when it comes to land evaluation under the state’s Calculated Agricultural Use Value program. Associate General Counsel Leah Curtis says new proposed legislation in the state legislature would increase its flexibility. “Farming requires land,” she says. “It’s a part of their business, but it’s also part of their family and a part…… Continue Reading
Illinois senator says agriculture must expand coalition for estate tax reform
An Illinois state senator says agriculture needs to keep up its push for estate tax relief at the state level. Mahomet Republican Chapin Rose tells Brownfield, “This is not a hypothetical.” He says, “I literally have a guy in Vermilion County, Illinois. He retired as an IDOT road worker and went back to the farm…… Continue Reading
“Several holes in the boat:” Iowa farmer doubts impact of bridge aid
An Iowa farmer who serves on the United Soybean Board is still concerned about margins despite the government’s plan to issue bridge payments in early 2026. Brent Renner grows corn and soybeans near Klemme. “If you want to use the analogy of a shotgun hitting a boat, we’ve got several holes in our boat right…… Continue Reading
Farmers turning to technology amid rising security concerns
The CEO of Tactacam says new data shows on-farm thefts are on the rise. Jeff Peel says nearly 39% of farmers have experienced equipment theft or tampering. “It’s not just farms, but also construction sites.” He says, “Everything is so valuable these days when it comes to equipment, and gas, and all of the things…… Continue Reading
Active winter pattern could boost drought recovery in the Corn Belt
An ag meteorologist says an active winter weather pattern could go a long way for improving drought conditions in parts of the Corn Belt. Brian Fuchs with the National Drought Mitigation Center says he’s closing watching how El Nino will set up. “If December is any indication if some of how the rest of the…… Continue Reading
Nashville New Year’s Eve: Keith Urban, Brooks & Dunn Added
Last New Year’s Eve, more than a dozen performers took the stage to help ring in a new year. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Watch Post Malone Tumble Down Stairs at India Show
He didn’t even spill his drink during the fall. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Jelly Roll Says He Doesn’t Mind Extra Skin After Weight Loss
Carrying around 35 pounds of extra skin might sound tough, but Jelly Roll knows it’s a far cry from the 500 he used to lug around. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Not many changes to Brazil corn, soybean estimates by CONAB
Brazil’s equivalent to the USDA made minor adjustments to its soybean and corn production projections. CONAB now has Brazil’s bean crop at 177.124 million tons, 0.3% below November due to a small cut in planted area, but up 3.3% on the year and still record large. The total corn crop guess of 13.879 million tons…… Continue Reading
