Foreign buyers of U.S. ag goods recently visited the Upper Midwest. Minnesota Department of Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen says his department has welcomed delegations from Uzbekistan, Denmark, and Mexico this month. “Really looking at trade being very important for Minnesota as we look at corn and beans, but also dairy. A lot of opportunities there…… Continue Reading
Ag safety specialist warns about harvest safety
A professor in ag safety and health at Ohio State is warning farmers about the increased dangers during harvest amid drought conditions. Dee Jepsen says low moisture levels bring more risk. “This year of all years, safety is very important, especially when we think about the dangers that the droughts bringing us with an extra…… Continue Reading
Study evaluates ways to decarbonize ethanol industry
A new study highlights how ethanol’s carbon impact can be reduced to accelerate decarbonization efforts in the transportation sector. President and CEO of the Energy Futures Initiative Foundation Ernest Moniz, a former U.S. Secretary of Energy, says low carbon liquid fuels are essential as part of a low-carbon economy. “Ethanol hits all of those notes…… Continue Reading
UNL Extension educator says farmers should be alert to overhead power lines
A University of Nebraska Extension educator is reminding farmers to be cautious around power lines this harvest. Amy Timmerman tells Brownfield… “When you do run into those power lines, if your vehicle or piece of machinery has not started on fire, do not leave the machine because there’s still voltage going through that and if…… Continue Reading
Miranda Lambert and Her Husband Really Fight (About Driving)
There’s one thing they rarely agree on. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Livestock producers feeding hay early due to drought
A cattle producer in southwest Missouri says drought conditions have returned and some producers are already starting to feed hay as they wait for rain. “The first part of the week they’re showing maybe a little bit of rain.” Josh Worthington in Dade County says timely rains this spring greened up pastures and helped with…… Continue Reading
How farmers can manage risk
An Ohio State extension educator says farmers should be more prepared when it comes to risk management. Beth Sheckelhoff says the first step is to define the risk. “For example, you know if you are growing grain crops, you know the weather is a perfect example right now as we are experiencing extreme drought,” she…… Continue Reading
Keith Urban Just Released His Most Personal Song Ever
Keith Urban did not expect to go deep on his new ‘High’ album. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
What’s the buzz about honey
September is National Honey Month. Honey is a syrupy liquid that honeybees make from plant nectar. It is rich in nutrients and antioxidants, has antibacterial properties, and, if included in a balanced diet, can help manage diabetes. AUDIO: Healthy Living on how honey is made The post What’s the buzz about honey appeared first on…… Continue Reading
Drought continues to weigh on Ohio farmers
The Ohio state climatologist says historic drought conditions continue to worsen for the state’s farmers. Aaron Wilson says it is more widespread than ever. “We’re seeing drought conditions really expand now westward and northward across the state,” he says. “With last week’s update to the US Drought Monitor map, we had expanding areas of D3 or…… Continue Reading
