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7 ag stories you might have missed - Jan. 11, 2019
Deadline extended to sign up for trade aid, Sen. Pat Roberts remains as chairman of Senate Agriculture Committee and FMD detected in South Africa. Need to catch up on the news? Here are seven ag...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Jan. 11, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about the disappearance and rescue of Wisconsin girl, Jayme Closs. Can you imagine the emotion in Barron County, Wis., this week when Jayme Closs was found alive? Authorities and...
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This Week in Agribusiness, January 12, 2019
Max Armstrong and Steve Bridge report on happenings in D.C., Montana, Wisconsin and beyond. Part 1Note: The video automatically plays through all show parts once you start.Max Armstrong and Steve...
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Evolving consumer demands reshape dairy supply chains
Transparency and sense of connection emerge as leading drivers for dairy consumer decisions.According to a new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange Division, meeting consumer demand for more...
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ADM to acquire Florida Chemical Company
Florida Chemical Company specializes in citrus-based flavors and fragrances. Archer Daniels Midland Company is acquiring one of the world’s largest providers of citrus oils and ingredients, pending...
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A broader look at drone technology
Slideshow: CES 2019 was chock-full of different ways to capture images from the air. Check out these tools. CES, or what they used to call the Consumer Electronics Show, is a magnet for a wide range...
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Don’t make this tragic farm estate planning mistake
Estate plans and life insurance policies should not be left until the last minute. By Lori TonakIn the past couple months, I have had many farmers and ranchers who are just starting to work with me at...
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Suicide worries are everywhere
South Dakota Farmers Union members say they are seeing signs of 1980s-type stress again. My wife and I were riding around with a real estate agent one recent morning. We were looking at 55+...
View ArticleFarm Progress America, Jan. 14, 2019
Max Armstrong offers insight on the rising investment in ag technology Max Armstrong looks at a recent report noting the investment in technology that will reshape traditional industries, including...
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Government shutdown timing bad for ag
Timing of government shutdown hits at a bad time for farmers Editor’s Note: At the time of this writing, the partial federal government shutdown was in its 24th day with no clear end in sight.The most...
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The world’s next largest global economy
Defining policy actions and market volatilityThe world is far more dynamic, fluid, and technology driven than most appreciate. Consider: What country will be the world’s next largest economic power?...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, Jan. 14, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about economic sentiment, farmer grumbles at the AFBF annual convention, Jayme Closs' return home and a helping hand for a football player. How do you feel about your economic...
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Could tree nuts be new local foods crop?
SLIDESHOW: Two growers are trying to develop tree nuts adapted to a northern climate. Could tree nuts be a new local foods crop in the Dakotas? At least two people are trying to find out.South Dakota...
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Trade, farm labor and opioids discussed at AFBF annual convention
Private attorney offers little hope for immigration decision in 2019; timeline for USMCA ratification uncertain. The American Farm Bureau’s 100th annual convention is underway in New Orleans through...
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Annie's Project program begins Jan. 22 in Florence, S.D.
Registration for the six-week program designed to empower women in farming is due Jan. 18. Have you ever asked a farm/ranch management question and not understood the answer?Have you ever signed...
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Report: Land sales up 21%
Farmers National Company report finds land values have held up despite lower commodity prices and lower farm incomes. With today’s uncertainties in agriculture, everyone involved with owning, buying...
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Sustainability Impact Report examines impact of animal agriculture
Report finds dairy farmers decreased their carbon footprint by 63% from 1944 to 2007. A 33-page report released by the Animal Agriculture Alliance highlights animal agriculture’s commitment to...
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Will this be a waterhemp or Palmer amaranth year?
Corn Illustrated: Dry weather favors Palmer amaranth — and it’s definitely still in Indiana. There is one key point to remember about the toughest members of the pigweed family, Bill Johnson says. The...
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Farm Progress America, Jan. 15, 2019
Max Armstrong shares changes happening for the largest stock show in the world Max Armstrong shares a look at the National Western Stock Show, which has been going on since 1906. It has grown into the...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, Jan. 15, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about high blood pressure, Donald Trump's speech to AFBF members and a senator's hernia surgery. It's estimated that 103 million adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure. More...
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