A pair of young central Illinois farmers say relationships have been key to their early success. Clint Gorden, who began his first-generation farm in Macon County five years ago, says he wouldn’t be farming without friendships. “In college started working for a group of guys selling seed on the side and these guys said, ‘Hey,…… Continue Reading
Soybean aphid numbers rising in Minnesota
Soybean aphid populations are building in southern Minnesota. University of Minnesota Extension integrated pest management specialist Bruce Potter says it’s typical this time of year. “As soybeans get into the late R3, R4 stages, (aphid) populations tend to build up real rapidly. We believe that’s because the host quality increases, there’s a bigger canopy to…… Continue Reading
A new round of Dairy Innovation funding ahead
A new round of funding is coming for dairy farmers and processors under the Dairy Business Innovation Initiative. Rebekah Sweeney with the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association says a new round of 100-thousand-dollar grants will be open for application in mid-August. “A few times a year, we open up a grant application opportunity and together with…… Continue Reading
Captan fungicide: EPA comment period about to close
A popular fungicide used by many fruit growers is under review by the Environmental Protection Agency. The comment period expires July 31st at midnight for Captan, which is commonly used on apples, peaches, nectarines, cherries, and grapes. EPA is proposing a reduction in application rates for apples, peaches, and nectarines from four pounds to three…… Continue Reading
Southern Nebraska farmers credit strong growing season thus far
A south-central Nebraska farmer says it’s been a good growing season so far. “Id say crops around here are some of the best we’ve seen. Beans have really started coming around, so hopefully it stays like that.” Jay Reiners, who raises corn and soybeans, says there is some concern in the region about disease pressure. “Southern rust is…… Continue Reading
Toby Keith’s Daughter’s Tribute Highlights All-Star Tribute Show
Toby Keith’s daughter Krystal performed “Don’t Let the Old Man In” at ‘Toby Keith: American Icon.’ Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Gwen Stefani’s Son Zuma Makes Stage Debut at Blake Shelton’s Bar
Looks like Zuma is taking some musical cues from his country superstar stepdad. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Comment period extended for proposed competition rule
The USDA is extending the comment period for its proposed new competition rule under the Packers & Stockyards Act by 15 days. Tanner Beymer with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says the later deadline is welcomed news, but it’s not enough. “Because it has such wide-ranging wide sweeping impacts potentially on the industry, we need more than…… Continue Reading
Keeping cattle cool during extreme heat
Heat stress management plans will be crucial for cattle feedlots during this week’s triple digit temperatures. University of Nebraska Extension Beef Specialist Alfredo DiCostanzo tells Brownfield he wouldn’t hesitate bedding cattle on higher points of a feed yard. “For now they need a place to lay down, particularly if it’s not going to be a cool…… Continue Reading
Carrie Underwood’s Las Vegas Residency Extends Into 2025
Underwood is returning to Vegas for six more shows next spring. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
