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Fertilizer decisions for 2026 crop will be a balancing act

Fertilizer decisions for 2026 crop will be a balancing act

Fertilizer prices aren’t at historic highs, but relative to last year’s prices and the current prices for crop commodities, they are elevated. According to data from USDA and analysis by University of Illinois Farmdoc, fertilizer prices in the state are 6% to 20% higher than early fall 2024. High yields lead to high nutrient removal rates, but next year, nutrient replacement and feeding a new crop will come at a higher cost. Pro Farmer reports the price trends weigh heavier on farmers who are...

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Soybean leaders warn of growing tariff consequences

Soybean leaders warn of growing tariff consequences

China has effectively shut U.S. soybeans out of its market, instead relying on Brazil to meet its massive demand. The real blow has come from retaliatory tariffs, which have priced American soybeans out and stripped farmers of access to their top export customer. To...

Cattle industry monitoring human screwworm case

Cattle industry monitoring human screwworm case

A human case of New World screwworm was reported by the Centers for Disease Control after being discovered earlier this month. Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, said the cattle industry will monitor the situation, but this isn’t a risk...

New precision ag tools unveiled at Farm Progress Show

New precision ag tools unveiled at Farm Progress Show

The Farm Progress Show is one of the best environments in agriculture to learn about the newest equipment, technology, and innovative management practices. That includes the latest precision ag technology that can be retrofitted to upgrade existing equipment. In...

Tariffs test farmers while Canada defies predictions

Tariffs test farmers while Canada defies predictions

Tariffs have become a nagging concern for farmers who depend on reliable markets to move their crops and livestock. While the promise was that these measures would force trading partners into fairer agreements, producers are still left dealing with uncertainty and...

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CLAAS breaks ground on new Midwest facility

CLAAS breaks ground on new Midwest facility

Today, CLAAS broke ground on a new 44,800 square foot Research and Development Center in Omaha, Nebraska. The facility will add new jobs and support the local economy in an area that is already very familiar with CLAAS, as the new building is being constructed on the...