Community Rallies to Support 4-H Family, Buys Pig for $102,000

The crowd roared, tears rolled and the auctioneer was at a loss for words as 10-year-old Hudson Duttlinger’s 300-pound Reserve Grand Champion Gilt sold for $102,000 at the Porter County Fair 4-H Livestock Auction.

John Phipps: Is the Outrage By Dutch Farmers Now Being Heard by the World Enough to Prevent Policy Changes?

The EU government plans to decrease greenhouse gas emissions by half by 2030. The major target is nitrous oxides, of which agriculture contributes about half. But Dutch farmers, who are an ag exporting powerhouse behind the U.S., contend the efforts will force many producers out of business – perhaps as many as 30%. John Phipps shares his insights.

Have You Made 2023 Grain Sales? Now May Be the Time

Multi-year grain sales are intimidating. However, a big-picture focus can pay dividends in grain marketing, says Chris Barron with Ag View Solutions. “I encourage farmers to correlate sales with expenses,” he says. “For example, if you lock in $50,000 worth of fertilizer, why not sell $50,000 worth of grain?”

Weather Watch With AgDay's Meteorologist

High heat conditions aren't leaving any time soon, but some rain might be on the way for parts that could use some moisture. Meteorologist Matt Yarosewick has an update.