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Puzzle through ag weather

Puzzle through ag weather

    For many people, weather is the ultimate small-talk topic. But for the farmers who feed the world, weather is huge – it can be the difference between a bumper crop and a total loss – so weather talk is anything but small. And Eric Snodgrass, Nutrien’s principal atmospheric scientist, says he…

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    • Eric Snodgrass

    Brought to you by Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc.

    Nebraska ranchers reel from fire losses

    Nebraska ranchers reel from fire losses

    • By Marjie Ducey, Lee Enterprises

    Rancher Wyatt Thurston almost expects to see a camel loping over the scorched landscape of the Nebraska Sandhills.

    Montana ranchers: Foreign workers needed due to labor shortages

    Montana ranchers: Foreign workers needed due to labor shortages

    • By David Erickson, Lee Enterprises

    Divine intent of creation respected

    Divine intent of creation respected

    • Jason Maloney For Agri-View

    LUCK, Wis. – There was a time when folks came together all across the land. They helped thresh each other’s grain. They raised barns. Get-togethers moved from farm to farm across neighborhoods, townships and counties. It wasn’t just for important work; celebrations, dances and socials also b…

    Agricultural scholarships available

    Agricultural scholarships available

      It's that time of the year again. Agri-View offers a list of available agricultural scholarships.

      Start planning for 2026 cover crop termination based on species, timing

      Start planning for 2026 cover crop termination based on species, timing

        Editor’s note: The following was written by Ethan R. Thies, statewide conservation field specialist with Iowa State University Extension, for the Integrated Crop Management website March 13.

        No-till an option as diesel prices rise

        No-till an option as diesel prices rise

          Editor’s note: The following was written by Clarence Winter, South Dakota State University Extension agronomy field specialist, and Anthony Bly for the university website March 17.

          Rail merger would hurt farmers

          Rail merger would hurt farmers

          • Daniel Munch American Farm Bureau Federation

          Key Takeaways

          Plant soybeans early for best yields

          Plant soybeans early for best yields

            COLUMBIA, Mo. — Early planting remains strongly associated with soybean yield, according to research by University of Missouri state soybean farming system specialist Andre Reis.

            Consider ROI before fungicide

            Consider ROI before fungicide

              COLUMBIA, Mo. — Before applying fungicides, growers should carefully consider the potential return on investment, said University of Missouri Extension State Plant Pathologist Mandy Bish.

              Barn Boards and Baling Wire

              Barn Boards and Baling Wire

              • John Sumwalt For Agri-View

              My wife, Jo, took me to the emergency room recently after two nights of excruciating abdominal pain. My condition included the most wretched retching I have ever experienced. As I was walking the floor for hours and hours, I found myself crying out to Jesus for relief.

              Welcome to all growing things

              Welcome to all growing things

              • Jerry Davis For Agri-View

              This is the time to begin looking, noticing and utilizing spring things as they come out of hibernation, grow out of hiding and are influenced with a changing photoperiod. Much of what happens is an organism’s developmental response to the length of light periods and dark periods. Animals an…

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              All in the extended family: Partnering with contract growers to build a legacy

              All in the extended family: Partnering with contract growers to build a legacy

              Content by The Maschhoffs. Ken and Dave Maschhoff, fifth generation family farmers, help other family farmers be successful. 

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              Robust early disease prevention for corn gives farmers a boost

              Robust early disease prevention for corn gives farmers a boost

              Content by AgVenture Inc. With multiple modes of action against corn plants’ most common early season afflictions and demonstrated yield advantage for high and low nematode pressure environments, AgVenture’s broad-spectrum protection is unique.

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              How AgVenture helps soybean farmers prevent early season fungal diseases

              How AgVenture helps soybean farmers prevent early season fungal diseases

              Content by AgVenture Inc. Phytophthora causes root and stem rot in seedlings and can potentially destroy large swaths of crops. Fortunately, one development in the industry has the potential to save soybean farmers from substantial crop loss.

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              Covering new ground: KUHN expands its line of hydraulic push manure spreaders

              Covering new ground: KUHN expands its line of hydraulic push manure spreaders

              Content by KUHN. Keen on increasing your soil’s fertility? Learn more about the innovative ag equipment available from Kuhn North America — like the newly expanded line of ProPush® Hydraulic Push Manure Spreaders.

              State & Regional

              Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

              Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

              The crash between a regional jet and a military helicopter left 67 dead, including three students and six parents in Fairfax and multiple former students of Loudoun public schools.

              Gallery: Passenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DC

              Gallery: Passenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DC

              National

              Administration relies on existing structures for deals and disputes

              Administration relies on existing structures for deals and disputes

              Dairy summit explores trade barriers, possibilities

              Dairy summit explores trade barriers, possibilities

              After record year, U.S. needs to step up, foster more trade deals, expert says

              After record year, U.S. needs to step up, foster more trade deals, expert says

              Farm profits may dip, but plenty of optimism at annual event

              Farm profits may dip, but plenty of optimism at annual event

              Curated Commerce

              Best Greens Powders for 2025: A Nutritionist’s Top 5

              Best Greens Powders for 2025: A Nutritionist’s Top 5

              Affiliate. We asked a nutritionist to share their top 5 greens powder picks to boost your daily nutrient intake and support overall health.

              9 Considerations Before Bringing a Pet Home In 2025

              9 Considerations Before Bringing a Pet Home In 2025

              Affiliate. Find out what you should consider when bringing home a new pet for the holidays. 

              8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

              8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

              Affiliate. Take a closer look at some of the top CBD gummy options on the market.

              Healthy Supplements for Dogs from St. Louis-based Native Pet!

              Healthy Supplements for Dogs from St. Louis-based Native Pet!

              Affiliate. Learn about Native Pet and their variety of healthy, natural supplements for pets.

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              The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

              The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

              Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.

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              Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

              Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

              Content by Chief Agri. The addition of the new Chief Agri bin at the Maywood facility represents a significant step forward for Ag Valley Co-op, reinforcing their commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

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              Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

              Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

              Content by Chief Agri. Learn how Chief Agri and GroffJulius collaborated to create an industry-leading fully automated feed mill.

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              Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

              Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

              Content by Chief Agri. With their steadfast commitment to safety, Chief Agri sets a commendable example of how dedication, collaboration and a relentless pursuit of excellence can transform workplace safety from a goal into a reality.

              Business

              Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

              Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

              Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

              Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

              Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

              Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

              Navigating spring grain market trends with Chief Agri: Insights for manufacturing and storage planning

              Navigating spring grain market trends with Chief Agri: Insights for manufacturing and storage planning

              World

              Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

              Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

              Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

              Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

              Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

              Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

              Navigating spring grain market trends with Chief Agri: Insights for manufacturing and storage planning

              Navigating spring grain market trends with Chief Agri: Insights for manufacturing and storage planning

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              Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

              Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

              The crash between a regional jet and a military helicopter left 67 dead, including three students and six parents in Fairfax and multiple former students of Loudoun public schools.

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