Thousands of FFA members from across the country are volunteering at 27 different Indianapolis locations during the National FFA Organization’s Days of Service. Elizabeth Sendelweck is a program manager with National FFA and says students are helping make a difference in their host city. “IndyHumane has had an unprecedented number of dogs and cats that…… Continue Reading
SCN populations continue to spread across Midwest
An extension plant pathologist says soybean cyst nematode is a year-round issue for farmers. Dylan Mangel with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln says SCN populations continue to spread across the Midwest. “It’s not just that they are spreading, but those nematodes are actually evolving to get better at reproducing on the resistance varieties that we have…… Continue Reading
Kenny Chesney Promises Big Changes for His 2026 Sphere Shows
Kenny Chesney won’t be doing the same show again, and he’s got a good reason why. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Shane Profitt Could Barely Afford Tickets to His Own Show
Shane Profitt shares his journey to performing at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium, revealing he was barely able to afford tickets to his own concert. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
EV battery production adding pressure to global phosphate supply
The CEO of phosphate fertilizer producer Itafos says the rise in popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) is a contributing factor in the increase farmers are seeing in phosphate prices. David Delaney says the mineral is crucial to the production of lithium-ion phosphate (LFP) batteries. “If you’re making phosphoric acid, you need phosphate rock, and through…… Continue Reading
Callahan tells senators trade fairness and market access are top ag priorities
President Trump’s nominee for chief ag negotiator within the Office of the Trade Representative says increasing market access for farmers and breaking down trade barriers are her top priorities. During a confirmation hearing before the Senate Finance Committee, Julie Callahan said American agriculture is under great stress. “Farmers and ranchers rely on export markets to…… Continue Reading
No Charges Filed Against Masked Teens Who Terrorized Family
In Virginia, Halloween season took a scary turn when three teens in menacing costumes pounded on a door, making threats as part of a prank that terrified a family inside. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
The National FFA Convention and Expo will stay in Indianapolis through 2040
Indianapolis will remain home to the National FFA Convention through 2040. Cheryl Zimmerman is the executive secretary for the National FFA Organization. “The city of Indianapolis has the venues capable of accommodating our guests and strategies to involve the local community,” she says. “The National FFA Organization and board of directors believes Indianapolis is an ideal…… Continue Reading
High winds threaten unharvested corn, raise fire risks
An ag meteorologist says high winds in parts of the Midwest could impact some of the U.S. corn crop that has yet to be harvested. Brian Fuchs with the National Drought Mitigation Center says damage is likely limited to fields that had standability issues before harvest. “Right now, I haven’t heard of any of that,…… Continue Reading
Costco + Sam’s Club Jerky Recall: Life-Threatening if Consumed
Imagine biting into your favorite snack, only to find something potentially harmful. That’s the reality for 2 million pounds of jerky lovers out there. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
