Hoosier Ag Today by: Andy EubankStressed farm economyStories of stress in the farming community continue to crop up as producers struggle with low prices, a strong dollar, and depressed export values. The farming crisis hasn’t reached a “critical...
Hoosier Ag Today by: Hoosier Ag TodaySouth American consultant Dr. Michael Cordonnier cut his Argentine soybean crop estimate by two million metric tons, to 57 million metric tons. The cuts came due to recent flooding in the country, although he admits it is difficult...
Hoosier Ag Today by: Gary TruittAs temperatures rebound to seasonal norms or above after an unusually cold start to April, stored grain could be more susceptible to mold and spoilage from insects, according to an article by Purdue Extension grain storage...
Hoosier Ag Today by: Hoosier Ag TodayThe Vermont Retail and Grocers Association wants the state to delay its GMO labeling law which is slated to start July first. The Association is supporting an amendment under consideration by the Vermont Senate delaying the law...
Hoosier Ag Today by: Hoosier Ag TodayThe FBI is warning agriculture against data breaches that may expose farming data through internet-connected farming equipment. The FBI, along with USDA, issued the warning last month. Together, the two agencies say farmers...
Hoosier Ag Today by: Gary Truitt Corn planting surged even further ahead of the five-year average last week according to a report released today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. With 30 percent of total corn acres planted by April 24, progress surpassed the...
Hoosier Ag Today by: Hoosier Ag TodayOrganizers of a rural economy monitor say farm cash rent rates are down seven percent this month compared to April of last year. Creighton University released the monthly Rural Mainstreet Index Thursday, which shows bankers...
Hoosier Ag Today by: Andy EubankKevin Wilson for USBKevin WilsonAs another planting season begins, the Soy Checkoff and others in the U.S. soy industry continue to work on increasing production of high oleic soybeans. These varieties can help farmers take back major...
Hoosier Ag Today by: Hoosier Ag TodayEthanol producers in the United States are turning to China for future expansion. Politico reports, however, Beijing has not made clear that ethanol imports are welcome or set blend mandates that would provide more certainty for...
Hoosier Ag Today by: Gary TruittWell, we made it through another Earth Day. This high holy day for those who worship the environment takes center stage and, for at least one day, everyone gets environmentally aware. What gets overlooked are those who work to...
