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DAILY Discussion. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has registered NIMAXXA bionematicide, the only triple-strain bionematicide seed treatment for season-long nematode protection in soybeans and corn, according to its manufacturer, UPL Corp. NIMAXXA, which will be available to treat soybeans for the 2025 season, is effective against the most damaging nematodes, including soybean cyst ...
10 farming and ranching YouTubers to subscribe to now
Jan 16, 2024 · 1. Millennial Farmer. The Millennial Farmer is otherwise known as Zach Johnson, a fifth-generation farmer from west central Minnesota. Zach makes videos about daily life on his family farm. With over 1 million subscribers, Zach’s content serves as a great resource to other farmers and starts a conversation about farming with the public.
Farmers’ Almanac teases a 2024-25 winter less crazy than
Oct 10, 2024 · Farmers, get ready for a challenging winter. The 2025 Farmers’ Almanac predicts a cold, stormy season, far different from last year’s unusual weather anomalies.. While the winter of 2023-24 saw unpredictable warm spells and sudden cold snaps, this year’s forecast promises more traditional winter conditions, particularly for the northern and eastern regions.
2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac teases a winter far unlike the last
Sep 19, 2024 · The Old Farmer’s Almanac — considered to be North America’s most popular reference guide on agriculture and weather and one that is different from the similarly titled Farmer’s Almanac — dates to the late 18th century. The original formula that this publication uses to calculate the weather is kept tucked away in a black tin box in Dublin, New Hampshire, at the almanac’s offices.
Top 10 most popular beef cattle breeds in the United States
Jul 18, 2024 · Image courtesy of Pixabay. The Texas Longhorn is the end product of “survival of the fittest”. Brought by Christopher Columbus and the Spanish colonists, the cattle breed is known for its characteristic horns, which can extend to over 1.8 m tip to tip for bulls, and 2.1 m tip to tip for steers and exceptional cows.
Drones in agriculture: What are they used for? - AGDAILY
Aug 20, 2024 · Drone imagery highlights Italian ryegrass weeds in winter wheat. (Image courtesy of N.C. State) Data gathered before planting helps farmers make decisions about irrigation, drainage, and other soil needs like fertilizer.
John Deere announces Jackson Laux as Chief Tractor Kid
Nov 21, 2024 · John Deere partners with 9-year-old farming sensation Jackson Laux to inspire the next generation of agriculturalists through social media.
Deere recalls 165k small tractors amid brake hazard concerns
Sep 27, 2024 · John Deere has recalled approximately 164,700 compact utility tractors across the U.S. and Canada due to a potential safety issue. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced that the recall involves the front bell crank in the brake linkage, which could fail and cause a crash hazard.. So far, there have been three reported incidents linked to this defect, including two injuries and ...
Bomgaars purchases 73 Orscheln stores in wake of Tractor
Oct 14, 2022 · Bomgaars is purchasing 73 Orscheln Farm and Home stores, making the Sioux City, Iowa-based retailer the nation’s second-largest farm and ranch retailer behind Tractor Supply Co. »Related: Tractor Supply Co. acquires Orscheln Farm and Home Tennessee-based Tractor Supply had been planning to acquire Orscheln for over a …
Top 7 U.S. dairy cattle breeds - AGDAILY
Jan 4, 2022 · Jersey. The Jersey is the smallest major dairy cattle breed, weighing in at between 800 to 1,200 pounds when mature. Jersey cows range in color from dark to light fawn, with or without white marks. They are known for their friendly personality, heat tolerance, feed efficiency, and producing rich milk, high in butterfat, which is great for making cheese and ice cream (yum!).