AgFuse Publishing is a free publishing platform that allows you to write, format, and publish long-form articles and blog posts with rich content for the ag community.Here’s a look at answers to frequently...
On the Hardwick brothers' Somerset Plantation, they do a lot of variety trials with seed companies, which helps them determine which hybrids to plant next year. In this photo they are finishing planting their corn variety trials. Photo from the Hardwicks.
With last year’s season completed and this year’s yet to begin, now is a natural time to reflect on your farm’s performance and how you can improve in the future. One way to make your decision-making...
Tim Laatsch recommends having "boots on the ground" during on-farm research. A trusted partner on site can help with taking measurements, laying out treatments, and marking plot corners, so you can stay in the cab and execute the trial properly and accurately. Photo by Koch Agronomic Services.
If you want to make smart, well-informed decisions on your operation, you need relevant, high-quality data to support those decisions, says Tim Laatsch. A great way to achieve this? On-farm research.An...
Des Moines, IA, May 24, 2020 – Every farmer knows what it’s like to see a storm on the horizon with acres of crop to harvest before it hits. They also know the time-robbing impacts of breakdowns. Finding...
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Farming is such a unique occupation because the intensity of our work oscillates with the seasons. For most farmers, winter marks a time for some rest and reflection--and a new year ushers in new hope....
Now is a great time to reflect on your farm business and to look at the big picture. The main focus is “How can I improve my business this year?” Let us suggest an easy and free way to do so: join AgFuse...
The tax consequences of selling a farm or agribusiness should be at the top of the mind of every landowner. For many life-long farmers, selling their farm or business is one of the most difficult decisions...
In part two of this two-part series on the economics of cover crops, we explore how a holistic approach to taking care of resources comes with long-term gains. By GO SEEDThere are no “quick fixes” when...
Join us tomorrow night October 12, 2021 at 7:00 PM CDT.Farm Flock Economics - Registration LinkPresenter: Bridger Feuz, University of WyomingHost:Dr. Jay Parsons, Department of Agricultural Economics, University...
This week Chrissy Wozniak is sitting down with Kordel France, CEO of Seekar Technologies. Seekar is solving today's problems with tomorrow's technology. Seekar utilizes artificial intelligence and computer...
Head: The difference between octane and cetaneBy: Ray T. BohaczEven deep within farm country where compression ignition engines are dominant, little to no conversation is ever heard about a fuel’s cetane...
Systems. The concept of a system varies depending on context. When ASN thinks about systems, we think about multiple components working together to accomplish an overall goal. A “systems approach” becomes...
The Delaware Statutory Trusts (DST) is a newer investment vehicle that allows real estate property owners, including farmers and ag landowners, to purchase tenants in common ownership in passive investment...
Most farmers and ranchers have a decent understanding of tax depreciation. When a business purchases assets, the business entity is allowed to write off the value of the asset purchased over the life of...
The Farm System Reform Act was introduced by Democrat Representative Ro Khanna in the House and Democratic Senator Cory Booker in the Senate. This legislation is designed to phase out large feedlots and...
Based in Abbotsford, DirectFood.store is an online grocery shopping platform that offers top-quality fresh, organic, and local farm-to-table products grown and delivered for FREE right across the Lower...
One of the most common questions I receive as a tax professional is “What type of business entity should I choose?” Most new business owners are overwhelmed at this decision and do not fully understand...
A common issue among landowners, both large and small, is vandalism occurring on the property. One of the most interesting stories regarding vandalism is a Florida farm-owner we know woke up in the middle...
The main problem concerning corn cultivation is water stress: the most critical phases that suffer from water shortages, which can lead to significant production losses, are from the emission of the plume...
Grain yield is strongly influenced by various factors, such as soil characteristics, irrigation, genetics, climate, cultivation techniques, and use of fertilizers.Fertilizers contribute incisively to the...
This Week in AgricultureA Mixed Bag of Information from the Week that Was: October 12, 2018· A USDA supply and demand update, weather, trade talks and outside market volatility were the most talked about...
· Calling this week’s trade a ‘roller coaster ride’ would likely be putting it mildly as traders and farmers work to recover from price whiplash. A trio of what could be viewed as bullish news stories...
Politics, poor export pace and major harvest progress were the main factors in this week’s trade. A failure to push to new levels after breaching technical resistance last week played a role as well as...
This Week in Agriculture:A Mixed Bag of Information from the Week that Was: November 9, 2018· Continued slow harvest pace, the mid-term election results and updated USDA supply and demand numbers were...
• Not much in the way of significant news throughout the week, as typical for this time of year in the grain markets most traders are already in holiday mode. Soybeans have managed to hold their own after...
Excessive roof snow load can cause your barn to collapse When heavy snow meets fierce winds, even the best-engineered buildings can collapse. That's why it's important to calculate your roof load an adequately...
· The moment we have all been waiting for is just a day away as the G20 summit kicks off and the world awaits the dinner meeting between President Xi and President Trump scheduled for Saturday. Traders...
This Week in Agriculture:The Trade Truce Edition: December 7, 2018· The much anticipated meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi did not fail to produce excitement upon its conclusion....
· A week full of rumors, confirmation and headlines gave everyone a lot to talk about, but surprisingly left the markets somewhat directionless. · The week started with Reuters reporting China was looking...
Don't risk finding out if your farm is under-insured when you have a loss Insuring to the accurate value of your home, buildings, equipment and inventory is an important consideration when reviewing your...
Use these tips to help avoid and recognize the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning Think about the gas-powered engines you might use on a daily basis, like a generator, pump, pressure-washer, tractor...
Understanding Farm Succession Planning Finding time to talk to your family about succession planning for your farm may be difficult. You may also be uncomfortable with the thought of selling your farm...
Make Sure Farm Safety is Top Priority Creating a safety culture at your workplace requires a proactive safety attitude. Consider these tips to get workers onboard.Talk about safetyThe more you talk up...
2019 is coming in with a bang across many sectors of the market. Outside market volatility feels unprecedented with wild swings higher or lower on seemingly little in the way of major headlines, while commodity...
You hear the same advice all around during times like this: “The farmers who will survive and thrive during tough times are low-cost producers.” For the most part, this is very good advice. Farmers...
This Week in Agriculture:A Mixed Bag of Information from the Week that Was: January 11, 2019· This week was loaded with lots of news stories with no real direction. Traders spent much of their time focusing...
This Week in AgricultureA Mixed Bag of Information from the Week that Was: January 18, 2019· With the government shutdown looking to continue on indefinitely traders are adjusting to life with minimal...
This Week in Agriculture:A Mixed Bag of Information from the Week that Was: January 25, 2019· The government shutdown is now working into its second month creating a Ground Hog Day type feel across commodity...
This Week in Agriculture:A Mixed Bag of Information from the Week that Was: February 1st, 2019· The reopening of the government and Chinese trade conversations dominated headlines this week. With the former...
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