“We got a few new contracts, but nowhere near the number of contracts that did not re-up,” said USDA Secreatary Tom Vilsack in regard to the general CRP signup that ended March 11. The data prove there is no reason to open CRP to emergency cropping, he added.
In order to get ahead of weeds, you need to know what you’re up against. There are several apps that identify weeds, but how accurate are they? Researchers at Michigan State University have the answers.
One of the biggest ag supply chain stories this spring has been pesticides. In John Phipps' experience, these situations are usually overblown early, but the pesticide situation could alter the way farmers do business in the years ahead.
The House passed the Securing a Strong Retirement Act (SECURE 2) last week. It increases the required minimum distribution age to 75 beginning in 2023. Paul Neiffer reviews the key details.
