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Trump courts Japan
President Trump talks up quick deal with Japan; Japanese leaders in no rush. by Yuko Takeo and Jenny LeonardWith his trade war with China heating up, Donald Trump is suddenly talking up a quick deal...
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Japan lifts restrictions on U.S. beef imports
Restrictions date to 2003 when BSE-positive cow was detected in United States. The United States and Japan have agreed on new terms and conditions that eliminate Japan’s longstanding restrictions on...
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Deere reports net income of $1.135 billion
Net income down from $1.208 billion in same period last year. Company projects 5% growth in equipment sales for fiscal 2019. Deere & Company reported net income of $1.135 billion for the second...
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U.S. will lift steel, aluminum tariffs on Canada and Mexico
In exchange, Canada will scrap retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods. by Jenny Leonard, Joe Deaux and Josh WingroveThe U.S. will lift steel and aluminum tariffs on Canada and Mexico in favor of stronger...
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This Week in Agribusiness – May 18, 2019
Max Armstrong and Orion Samuelson deal with a range of key ag topics from 2019 flooding to cover crops to some farm equipment history. Note: Start the video and all parts will play through as the full...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, May 20, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about a Lake Michigan plane crash, tariff payments, more rain and delayed planting, a Nascar squabble and saving a life. Authorities are still searching Lake Michigan for a small...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, May 20, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about Ford job cuts, a stormy forecast, prevented plant acreage estimates, a carbon sequestration program and a combine transporting a casket. Ford will eliminate 7,000 jobs.The...
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AgReliant Genetics expands hybrid development
The growth initiative includes opening a research center in Sioux Falls, S.D. AgReliant Genetics is expanding in Minnesota, Nebraska and South Dakota.“Directing greater resources toward the...
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WTO report: World trade growth likely to remain weak
The latest World Trade Outlook Indicator is maintaining weakest level since 2010. The World Trade Organization’s latest World Trade Outlook Indicator projects world trade growth is likely to remain...
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Continuous CRP enrollment reopens June 3, 2019
FSA stopped accepting applications last fall; this year's signup will include limited practices. Applications will be accepted beginning June 3, 2019, for certain practices under the continuous...
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Teaching teachers
Industry initiative aims to increase number of students interested in pursuing career in equipment sector. A joint industry initiative led by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ Ag Sector...
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Biological startup carving new niche
AgBiome is really getting to know the biological processes of pests and diseases, offering new ways to boost crop potential. It’s hard for farmers to get a handle on what genomics might mean for their...
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Farm Progress America, May 21, 2019
Max Armstrong shares insight on the news that Japan has opened its trade doors wide to U.S. beef Max Armstrong offers more information from his recent conversation with Secretary of Agriculture Sonny...
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Companies enter exclusive tire deal
Kubota, Titan partner on new R14 tires for smaller tractors aiming for a win-win in the market Face it, in a soft farm economy, competition can be tough. Those that are buying are being frugal about...
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MORNING Midwest Digest, May 21, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about tornados, planting progress, Al Unser, Jr., hockey playoffs and a rattle snake encounter. Eighteen tornados swept through five states yesterday.Ohio farmers have a lot of...
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Climate change and ag: Working together is recipe for success
Nebraska farmer sums it up: 'It takes all of us working together – farmers, the government, and the private sector – to deliver climate solutions.' Agriculture has an opportunity to lead on climate...
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A reason to plant beans?
Updated: USDA says details of the trade aid package will be forthcoming and shouldn't change planting decisions. Updated 3:30 p.m. with statement from USDA“Details on the new farming support program...
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MIDDAY Midwest Digest, May 21, 2019
Max Armstrong talks about storm damage, taking shelter from storms, planting progress, the wheat crop and high property taxes. The Lucas Oil Speedway took a hit from the storms, as the new roof is now...
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Alfalfa tops 2018 list South Dakota’s of most profitable crops
Small grains suffered this spring due to wet weather and high temperatures. Alfalfa was the most profitable crop in 2018 for the farms and ranches enrolled in the South Dakota Center for Farm and...
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New service brings advanced tech to auctions
What happens when you combine a property auction company and a rural real estate firm? The farm- and ranchland sale business has a model.Usually, the sales are local with an auctioneer, who reaches...
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