USDA Sec. Perdue Confirms Participation in Farm Journal Field Days

Farm Journal today announced that U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue is confirmed to participate in its groundbreaking Farm Journal Field Days™ event, set for August 25-27.

Grassley: Biofuels May Have to Rely on Ag Secretary Perdue for Relief

A provision of the $1 trillion HEALS Act, introduced by Senate Republicans on Monday, would make available $20 billion to Perdue to provide support for agricultural producers, growers and processors impacted by the coronavirus.

Join us for the #FarmON Virtual Benefit Concert

Text photos or video of your 4-H’er and his or her project with the tag “FarmON” to 31313, or tag #FarmON on social media. Select photos and videos will be shows as part of the virtual #FarmON concert Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. Central on AgWeb.com, YouTube and RFD TV.

Carbon Goal Will Create Undue Hardships For Farmers, Congressman Says

The goal for the U.S. to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, as it currently is proposed, will create undue hardships for rural Americans and, specifically, farmers, according to U.S. Rep. Austin Scott.

Enjoy On-Demand and Live Learning at Farm Journal Field Days

The Farm Journal Field Days is an unparalleled format of virtual live and on-demand learning, with discussion and networking designed to be inclusive for all farmer leaders and their operations.

Online Training: Growing Hemp From A to Z

In this one-hour online training, Certified Crop Advisor Bryan Parr educates farmers on the basics of how to grow hemp for grain or fiber. Click here to learn more or to register.

USDA Responds To Petition Calling For Checkoff Vote

A formal petition requesting a referendum on the Beef Checkoff Program was launched July 2, 2020, by a group of ranchers, cattlemen’s organizations and 25 livestock auction markets.

Join our $100 Ideas Club

Think you have an idea worth $100 – or even $200? Submit it here! Upon publication in Farm Journal, the Double Your Money winner receives $200. Other farmers featured receive $100 each.

McDonald's Sales Decline 30% In Second Quarter

Total sales were $3.77 billion and net income dropped 68% to $433.8 million, the company said Tuesday. The figures reflect the April to June period, the first full quarter of coronavirus effects in the United States.

7 Must-See Livestock Speakers at Farm Journal Field Days

Tune into Farm Journal Field Days—Aug. 25 to Aug. 27—and enjoy all the benefits of the first virtual farm show experience. It’s free—and convenient—so anyone on your team can jump online and take in a session or two.

AGWEB EXTRA

Farm Journal Field Days are coming! Gain insider intel form top leaders in ag at this innovative virtual event.

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