An overuse of Bt corn traits can lead to a lower ROI

Using corn rootworm traits for too long can lead to a lower return on investment. In this episode of Managing for Profit, Purdue University entomologist Christian Krupke explains what farmers can do to save money and prevent corn rootworm resistance. The post An overuse of Bt corn traits can lead to a lower ROI appeared…Continue Reading

Lindberg addresses ag trade deficit during confirmation hearing

President Trump’s nominee for USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs says America’s ag trade deficit is impacting the entire U.S. economy. During a confirmation hearing before the Senate Ag CommitteeTuesday, Luke Lindberg, who is currently president and CEO of South Dakota Trade, says he supports free trade agreements that could help reverse…Continue Reading

Wisconsin county group exposes students to ag career opportunities

A Wisconsin county is giving middle school students a chance to explore career paths in agriculture. The Kewaunee County Economic Development Corporation is working with Ebert Enterprises, a dairy and crop farm, to show students about agronomy, cropping, horticulture, animal nutrition, milk testing, cheese making, agriculture support services, technology, and the business of agriculture. Ag…Continue Reading

Cattle futures higher on Tuesday

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher ahead of widespread direct business.  Feeders had additional support from the lower move in corn. June live cattle closed $.60 higher at $210.20 and August live closed $.35 higher at $205.67.  May feeder cattle closed $2.22 higher at $294.02 and August feeder cattle closed…Continue Reading

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