U.S. Export Sales Report (9-22-22)

U.S. Export Sales Report (9-22-22)

Even with the lower expectations for this week?s report, the numbers were still pretty disappointing. Pressure from other countries is likely weighing in on our exports. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride broke down the numbers from this week?s U.S. Export Sales...
Alfalfa helps corn growers replenish nitrogen

Alfalfa helps corn growers replenish nitrogen

Alfalfa can help corn growers with nitrogen, according to Randy Welch of Winfield United. Corn-on-corn planting practices deplete nitrogen, but considering alfalfa, especially in dairy country, can help replenish those levels.?The value of that alfalfa is huge, and it...

USDA trying to fix farm income balance

A recent CoBank report completed by the University of Missouri shows 82 percent of farm household income now comes from off-farm sources. Most farmers cited reliable income as the top reason for off-farm employment, as one-half of farm households have negative farm...