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Diesel aid could drive farm payments to record levels

Diesel aid could drive farm payments to record levels

USDA’s new Harvest Fuel Relief Program could push government payments to farmers to a record $55.4 billion in 2026. According to Progressive Farmer, that’s if the estimated $8 billion in diesel assistance is distributed before year’s end. That would surpass the previous high of $45.6 billion in 2020 and account for nearly one-third of USDA’s projected 2026 net farm income. The program comes as farmers face elevated fuel and fertilizer costs tied in part to Middle East conflict-related market...

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UPL sees growing role for biological crop nutrition

UPL sees growing role for biological crop nutrition

Biological products are becoming a larger part of the crop nutrition conversation as companies look for new ways to help crops access nutrients throughout the growing season. UPL is putting more emphasis on that space as it expands beyond the post-patent crop...

Lofty market prices are worth making a plan for

Lofty market prices are worth making a plan for

U.S. grain prices are historically high as we enter harvest season, which provides a very unique marketing opportunity for Iowa producers. However, it can be difficult to chase a market rally and worry about harvest at the same time. Micheal Weidner, director of grain...

Grassley: House-Senate Farm Bill pre-conferencing is likely underway

Grassley: House-Senate Farm Bill pre-conferencing is likely underway

House and Senate Ag staff are likely trying to iron out farm bill differences ahead of the Senate’s return next week to save time, according to a key senator. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says he’s optimistic about the process. Pre-conferencing could speed the farm...

Dairy again at center of Canada trade war escalation

Dairy again at center of Canada trade war escalation

The dairy industry once again finds itself in the middle of the trade tug-of-war between the United States and Canada. President Trump has banned Canadian dairy products and other goods along with government contracts in the latest trade war escalation. Trump says the...

Corn harvest begins as U.S. crop condition continues to decline

Corn harvest begins as U.S. crop condition continues to decline

The U.S. corn harvest is underway as farmers enter the final stages of a growing season marked by uneven weather and declining crop conditions. USDA's latest Crop Progress report showed 5% of the nation's corn had been harvested as of Sept. 6, compared with the...

John Deere turns years of farm data into answers

John Deere turns years of farm data into answers

Artificial intelligence is becoming another tool available to farmers, and John Deere is developing an AI assistant designed to help producers make better use of years of data they have already collected. John Deere unveiled JD, its new AI assistant embedded in...

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Safety today, and beyond, on the farm

Safety today, and beyond, on the farm

Safety on the farm is not only about today but also about the future. National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 21st-25th and is the time of year when farmers and the rural community are reminded of the importance of farming in a safe manner today to bring...