Unspoken Truth About Pests: This Pest Can Cost 15% to 50% in Yield Loss
As Arkansas farmers work to battle an outbreak of fall armyworms, entomologists say the pest is proving to be devastating in later planted crops. And as farmers see increased pest pressure, the costs are adding up.
Growing Concerns Over Rising Input Costs, Climbing Cash Rents Evident in July Ag Economy Barometer
A new look at farmer sentiment shows sentiments appear to be stabilizing some in farm country. The new July Purdue CME Group Ag Barometer data comes on the heels of a sharp two-month decline.
Grasshoppers Finish off North Dakota Crops, Pastures Already Plagued by Drought, Farmers Say
Heat and drought aren't the only issue farmers in drought-stricken areas are dealing with. Grasshoppers are also destroying pastures and crops. Producers say it's finishing off what's left of an already dire crop.
