U.S. grain grading systems need to evolve

The U.S. grain industry told lawmakers grain inspection and grading systems need to evolve for the U.S. to remain globally competitive. In a Senate Ag Committee hearing on Tuesday, Nicholas Friant with Cargill said using new technology can improve human error.   “The National Grain and Feed Association and its members are ready and willing to…… Continue Reading

U.S. grain gading systems need to evolve

The U.S. grain industry told lawmakers grain inspection and grading systems need to evolve for the U.S. to remain globally competitive. In a Senate Ag Committee hearing on Tuesday, Nicholas Friant with Cargill said using new technology can improve human error.   “The National Grain and Feed Association and its members are ready and willing to…… Continue Reading

Senate Ag Committee conducts USDA reorganization plan hearing

Deputy Undersecretary Stephen Vaden fielded questions about USDA’s reorganization plans from Senate Ag Committee leaders this Wednesday morning. Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar said the proposal has injected more uncertainty at a time when USDA customers are looking for certainty and trust. “I did not vote for you Mr. Deputy Secretary, but I did think that…… Continue Reading

I-70 Accident Stalls Traffic

A collision between two semi trucks blocked Westbound Interstate 70 in Montgomery County for several hours yesterday. The accident left one of the semi drivers, a 72-year-old West Virginia man, […]… Continue Reading

I-70 accident stalls traffic

A collision between two semi trucks blocked Westbound Interstate 70 in Montgomery County for several hours yesterday. The accident left one of the semi drivers, a 72-year-old West Virginia man, […]… Continue Reading

Tassel wrap on many farmers’ minds

A Bayer agronomist says many farmers across the Midwest are dealing with corn that is facing pollination issues due to tassel wrap. Lance Tarochione, who’s based in western Illinois, says much is still unknown about the relatively unique condition. “It’s not restricted to areas that planted during a certain window.”  He says, “It’s not restricted…… Continue Reading

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