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Feed price surge dims hog profit outlook, dampens expansion plans 27 Aug 2013 | 05:18 pm
By Chris Hurt, Purdue Extension Economist Just when it appeared hog producers were headed safely back to profitability in 2014, hot and dry weather late in the growing season threatens the bright out...
Late-planted soybeans may be more prone to diseases 27 Aug 2013 | 03:51 pm
Soybeans were likely planted later than ever this year, and over a large geographic area in the Upper Southeast. read more
Two men arrested for shooting cattle in Alabama 27 Aug 2013 | 02:12 am
By Debra Davis, Alabama Farmers Federation Timothy Lynn Blankenship, 32, of Vincent and Johnathan Earl Baker, 28, of Columbiana, are charged with two counts each of killing or disabling cattle in Ala...
Soil-moisture sensors cut nursery water use by 70 percent 26 Aug 2013 | 11:47 pm
By Merritt Melancon, University of Georgia Nursery growers have used moisture sensors for years with mixed results. Now precise moisture-monitoring probes allow them growers monitor greenhouses and n...
Virtual reality brings John Deere tractors to life 26 Aug 2013 | 09:54 pm
John Deere has been increasing the amount of computer technology that goes into its new tractors, combines and other products for years. read more
Reality sets in on cotton market 26 Aug 2013 | 08:03 pm
Bby Don Shurley, University of Georgia Cotton December futures ran up to 90-plus cents per pound early last week, but dropped back to 84 cents by week's close. read more
Vet explains new livestock antibiotics guidelines 26 Aug 2013 | 07:38 pm
From the Kentucky Farm Bureau With proper use, antibiotic medications have numerous benefits for livestock, producers and the general public. read more
Cotton leaders address key industry issues 26 Aug 2013 | 04:16 pm
From the National Cotton Council Cotton has the challenge of competing with $0.75 polyester on the demand side, while trying to hold acres in the face of competition from grain and oilseed prices. r...
Lightning is deadly serious 24 Aug 2013 | 12:56 am
The men were just 25 and 29, way too young to pass, victims of a terrible accident just doing good, hard work with their hands but at the wrong place when nature showed its terrible side. Farm Press ...
Sunbelt Ag Expo executive director previews this year's event 23 Aug 2013 | 11:32 pm
The Sunbelt Ag Expo will be Oct. 15, 16 and 17 this year. Gates open at 8:30 a.m. read more
