HPAI infects more than 26,000 turkeys in Iowa flock

A new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza has been confirmed in Iowa. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship says the disease was detected within a commercial turkey flock in Buena Vista County, impacting 26,729 total turkeys. All turkeys within the flock will be depopulated. It’s the state’s third case of H5N1 HPAI…… Continue Reading

A hopeful outlook for USDA REAP grants

Some Ohio farmers are looking at solar energy to cut costs and boost sustainability. Emily Bails with the Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council says more farmers are showing interest in solar energy. “A lot of people are seeing that with grants and other incentives like tax credits, that there’s a lot of funding that can…… Continue Reading

Red crown rot awareness

The agronomy education lead at Beck’s Hybrids says midwestern soybean growers need to familiarize themselves with red crown rot. “It looks a lot like SDS, and it can cut yields 40 to 60%.” Matt Montgomery says the disease is being identified in more areas, especially in Illinois, Missouri, and Kentucky. “If it lands on you,…… Continue Reading

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