Category: Ag News
Jan 11
Cold Weather Calves-Preparing for Upcoming Winter Weather
When the weather becomes severe, calving becomes much more challenging. Although, both hot and cold weather can impact a calf’s ability to thermoregulate. Calves who are born in extremely cold temperatures quickly utilize all body fat reserves, putting them at risk. Exposure to wind can exacerbate cold temperatures. Preparing in advance of inclement weather can …
Jan 11
Lucas honored with AFBF Distinguished Service Award
Rep. Frank Lucas of Oklahoma is the recipient of the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 2024 Distinguished Service Award. Lucas will be recognized during the upcoming 2024 American Farm Bureau Convention, Jan. 19-24, held in Salt Lake City, Utah. The award is among the highest honors presented by AFBF. Lucas is a fifth-generation Oklahoman and farmer …
Jan 11
Smithfield Foods’ Tar Heel Facility Recognized by NCDEQ for Exceeding Environmental Compliance
Company’s Clinton and Wilson, North Carolina, facilities also recognized for environmental leadershipand commitment to exemplary environmental performance beyond regulatory requirements. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality recognized Smithfield Foods’ Tar Heel, North Carolina, pork-processing facility as a Rising Environmental Steward for its continuing commitment to exceeding compliance with environmental regulations and maintaining a high …
Jan 11
Panda BioTech Incentivizes Farmers to Grow Hemp to be Processed for Fiber
Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, is visiting with the Executive Vice President of Panda BioTech, Scott Evans. BioTech is working with producers to grow a particular variety of industrial hemp which is then processed at the Panda High Plains Hemp Gin in Wichita Falls, Texas. “Panda BioTech is developing a large industrial-scale help …
Jan 11
Historically Low PNW HRS Export Basis Demonstrates Buying Opportunity
As the geopolitical conflict between Russia and Ukraine comes back into focus following the attacks on port infrastructure in the Ukrainian Black Sea ports of Odesa, Chornomorsk, and the terminals along the Danube River, wheat market volatility remains an ever-present risk. Despite the recent swings, export basis trends can help provide clues to potential buying opportunities for …
Jan 11
Growth Energy CEO Sets Industry Agenda During IRFA Summit Keynote
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor delivered the keynote address to the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association’s Renewable Fuels Summit today. Speaking alongside Governor Kim Reynolds, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, and former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson, Skor updated the crowd on the state of the …
Jan 11
Federal Order Pool Losses Continue from 2018 Farm Bill Formula Change
Since May 2019, the price for Class I milk, i.e., milk used to produce beverage milk products, has been calculated using the simple average of advanced Class III (cheese) and Class IV (milk powders) skim milk prices plus 74 cents. In years prior, the formula was the “higher-of” advanced Class III and Class IV skim …
Jan 11
The National Wheat Foundation and BASF Award Scholarship
Two college students pursuing degrees in agriculture that will benefit the wheat industry will be awarded $2,500 scholarships this semester. Thanks to a great partnership with BASF, the National Wheat Foundation is pleased to award these annual scholarships to undergraduate college students. “All the applicants were excellent and it was very difficult to select only …
Jan 11
Frank Lucas and Craig Hill Presented Farm Bureau’s Highest Honors
Frank Lucas (R-Okla.) and former Iowa Farm Bureau President Craig Hill are the recipients of the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 2024 Distinguished Service Award and Farm Bureau Founders Award, respectively. The DSA and Founders Award are the highest honors presented by AFBF. Lucas and Hill will be recognized during the 2024 American Farm Bureau Convention, …
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