Inflation, Increasing Input Costs and Lack of Labor: The Trifecta of Pressures Weighing on U.S. Dairy Producers

"The cost of goods, fertilizer this coming spring, seed, machinery, parts repairs; everything is going up, even fuel,” says Tom Crave, part-owner of Crave Brothers Farm in Waterloo, Wis. “We've had a respectable milk price this last year. But inflation is gouging into that.”

Put Anhydrous on Corn Acres this Fall. Consider P and K, too, says Fertilizer Industry Expert

If you can use anhydrous ammonia, make a fall application on ground going into corn next spring to cover at least part of your nitrogen needs, recommends Josh Linville, director of fertilizer at StoneX. The global marketplace has him equally concerned about the availability of phosphorus and potassium next spring.

Heavy Rain May Put the Brakes On Harvest for A While

A cold front is starting to push through and that could mean significant rain for the central part of the country. Meteorologist Matt Engelbrecht is tracking it.

To Address Climate Change, Mend Ruminant Production, Don't End It

While ruminant (cattle, sheep and goats) production is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions globally, the sector's share is smaller in developed countries due to better genetics and feeding practices.

Grit with Grace

Farmers and ranchers are no-doubt resilient, from drought and storms, to barn fires and and accidents, where there's a will there's a way. Read powerful stories for inspiration here.