An ag economist says the debt load for farm operations is growing at an alarming rate. Greg Ibendahl with Kansas State University says the trend has been happening for nearly three decades. “It’s kind of being hidden by the fact that land values have kind of outpaced that. So, you don’t really see it so…… Continue Reading
Renewable energy challenges
An ag attorney says land use continues to be a challenge for producers wanting to implement renewable energy projects. Todd Janzen with Janzen Schroeder Ag Law says wind and solar growth has outpaced state laws in many rural communities. “There are county zoning ordinances that were passed before a lot of these renewable energy technologies were mainstream,” he…… Continue Reading
13 Country Artists Who Should Play at Taylor Swift’s Wedding
This will be the wedding of the century! Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Farmers are preparing for another year of tight margins
Widespread concern about the farm economy continues. Kentucky farmer and American Soybean Association president Caleb Ragland says the commodity price picture isn’t great for farmers. “As a whole, producers are going to have to really tighten their belts and analyze every item in their budget.” He says that also includes the cost of inputs. “There…… Continue Reading
New crop corn, soybean export sales solid
The USDA’s reporting another solid week of new crop export numbers for soybeans and corn. Those solid sales during the week ending August 21st were led by unknown destinations and Mexico, but the lack of new crop soybean demand from China due to tariff tensions continues to be a glaring hole in what has otherwise…… Continue Reading
Carly Pearce Is Done With Critics Who Think She Dates Too Much
When she was speaking about the internet trolls who criticize her for having too many boyfriends, Carly Pearce didn’t hold back. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Watch for corn standability issues this fall
A northern Indiana-based agronomist says farmers should be on the lookout for corn standability issues this fall. Kyle Malcolm with LG Seeds says weather challenges throughout the growing season could impact stalk quality. “A lot of fields probably didn’t get planted in the most ideal conditions,” he says. “Even those drought-stricken areas, just from not…… Continue Reading
Deputy Secretary says human case of NWS does not pose risk to livestock health
The USDA and the Department of Health and Human Services have confirmed that the recently reported human case of New World screwworm is an isolated incident. USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden told reporters at the Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Illinois, that human cases are treatable. “But it doesn’t pose a risk to livestock,” he…… Continue Reading
Lauren Alaina Hopes Nobody Ever Sees Her Google Search History
Lauren Alaina is feeling all the emotions of first-time motherhood, from panic to joy. It’s a ride many can relate to. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Licensing Private Car Sales Changes Today
A bunch of new Missouri laws passed in the spring go into effect today. The most noteworthy right now is private car sales. You’ll have to take your bill of […]… Continue Reading
