Cargill to sell malt business to Boortmalt
The transaction involves 15 facilities across four continents. Cargill intends to sell its malt business to Axéréal’s malt subsidiary, Boortmalt. The transaction involves the global malt business,...
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Max Armstrong looks at one area where the partial government shutdown is impacting agriculture Max Armstrong shares insight on how the commodity markets are being impacted by the partial government...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Dec. 31, 2018
Max Armstrong talks about a death by lion, NFL wins, the Brazilian soybean crop and health rankings by state. A woman was killed by a lion at a game park in North Carolina. She was from Indiana. A big...
View ArticleMIDDAY Midwest Digest, Dec. 31, 2018
Max Armstrong talks about a no-travel warning, government shutdown impact on farmers, no CME trading and American flags at full staff. There's a no-travel warning for the stretch of Interstate 29...
View ArticleDemocrats plan to pass bill Thursday to fund government
The partial government shutdown is an unwelcome gift for the new Congress, which opens Jan. 3 with the House and Senate politically split. by Erik WassonHouse Democrats will use their new majority...
View Article7 appointed to National Honey Board
Members will serve three-year terms. Seven people have been appointed by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to serve on the National Honey Board.Members and alternates newly appointed to serve...
View Article35 appointed to Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board
The board is authorized by the Beef Promotion and Research Act of 1985 and has 99 members. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue has appointed 35 members to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research...
View ArticleResearcher identifies proteins that influence how plants use nitrogen
Discovery opens potential to reduce amount of nitrogen farmers would need to apply to maximize yield. ARS Plant, Soil and Nutrition Research Laboratory molecular biologist Doreen Ware and her team...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, Jan. 1, 2018
Max Armstrong takes on the challenge of facing tough times over the winter Max Armstrong digs into a topic that’s tough to deal with – the challenges some face at the start of the new year. Max shares...
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Max Armstrong shares lottery info, a look at new laws for 2019 and an interesting tactic for catching a copper thief Max Armstrong shares the news of the rising value of the Mega Millions lottery....
View ArticleSpecial report: Looking back on 2018
In a special audio broadcast, Max Armstrong and Orion Samuelson review the year, and look ahead For agriculture, 2018 was an event-filled time. From challenging weather, to trade issues, farmers saw a...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, Jan. 2, 2018
Max Armstrong looks at the challenge of sharing agriculture’s story Max Armstrong shares his insight on the importance of farmers reaching out to consumers, and while it sounds like “new” information...
View ArticleMORNING Midwest Digest, Jan. 2, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about oil production, aviation accidents, corn and soybean price changes from a year ago, and the passing of an inspirational college student. A trivia question: What country...
View ArticleChevy teases new HD pickups
Slideshow: Here’s a sneak peek at what Chevrolet will offer in the 2020 Silverado HD. In the pickup truck world, there’s a kind of battle going on. It’s a battle for a customer who’s willing to put...
View ArticleStrong pork exports could mean better year
Hog Outlook: Pork producers coming off a year of relatively high losses look for improvement in 2019. 2018 didn’t turn out well for pork producers, as estimated losses were about $12 per head for...
View ArticleSouth Dakota seeks June 30 cutoff for dicamba
If approved, applicators could spray dicamba until soybeans reach R1 growth stage. The South Dakota Department of Agriculture (SDDA) has applied for Special Local Needs registration labels from the...
View ArticleDavid Bernhardt becomes acting Interior Secretary
White House officials didn't confirm, but Bernhardt joined meeting of Trump cabinet officials. by Jennifer A. DlouhyAs Ryan Zinke left his post heading the Interior Department on Wednesday, the...
View Article99% of samples test below benchmark residue levels
In 2017, tests were conducted on fresh and processed foods, honey, milk and bottled water. The 2017 Pesticide Data Program Annual Summary shows more than 99% of the samples tested had pesticide...
View Article8th Circuit Court denies OCM petition
OCM attorneys are reviewing legal options. The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals denied the petition filed by the Organization for Competitive Markets to review the Farmer Fair Practice Rules.The court...
View ArticleEarly bird registration for Commodity Classic ends Jan. 10, 2019
Christine Cashen is keynote speaker. Sonny Perdue has been invited. The 2019 Commodity Classic is Feb. 28 through March 2 in Orlando, Fla.Christine Cashen, known worldwide for her ability to entertain...
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