Signal to Noise: Detailed China Update from Chief Ag Negotiator

“You know, the Phase 1 agreement with China and agriculture was just not about purchases, it was also about fixing a very significant number of unwarranted trade barriers,” Gregg Doud said.

Why You Should Keep A Decision Journal

“I can look back at my plan and the notes I made on specific sales,” Maggie Holub says. “This keeps the market in perspective at the same time it suggests whether I need to adjust my plan.”

Navigate the Hemp Industry

It seems like everybody wants in on the hemp industry nowadays. Here are four tips on navigating the industry with ease and creating a successful plan.

Perdue Announces $19 Billion Coronavirus Food Assistance Program

USDA announced the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) to support farmers and ranchers during the COVID-19 pandemic, including $16 billion in direct payments and $3 billion in purchases of agriculture products.

COVID-19 Could Steal $20 Billion of Net Farm Income

“A lot of producers are in trouble already and this is just making it more severe,” says Pat Westhoff, director of FAPRI.

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Chemical Naturally Boosts Plant Freeze Tolerance

A researcher at Iowa State University found a chemical that naturally improves plant tolerance to freezing temperatures, while simultaneously boosting antioxidant levels.

Calculate How Your Farm is Doing

Track profitability, calculate ROI, connect with buyers, and more. All of this right from the palm of your hand or even from the seat of the combine. Learn more here.

Farmers Ready to Do Their Part in Supporting Global Recovery

John Raines from The Climate Corporation discusses COVID-19 and what farmers know best, perseverance in the face of uncontrollable variables.

Freeborn County, MN

With the health problems going on, this is causing a major problem to the ag sector. All I see equipment company halting production. Now I read POET shuttered 3 plants. How many more are going to follow? If you have good crop, (pp) this maybe another safety net. Welcome to the 80's. Lived through it and was not fun, but as teenager it taught me that every dollar has a name. Good luck to every farm family this year!

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