Cutting Edge Technology On The Farm
For those who like robots and drones with artificial intelligence systems and tools, such as sensors and cameras, work continues to apply that cutting edge technology to today farm.
Rod Bain
USDA: Prices Received Inched Higher In December
According to the USDA, farmers on average saw an increase in what they received price wise for their commodities in the final month of 2022. The increase in USDA's latest agricultural prices report was 3.1% from the previous month and both commodity indexes crop and livestock reported month-over-month increases in what producers received price wise. The ove...
USDA: Many Grains Down To Start The New Year
January is one month where the USDA's crop production forecast takes a back seat in the Department’s crop supply demand reports. And the first one out of the gate this year is the grain and rice stock estimates.
Reports have major grades down in stocks year over year. Corn and all wheat...
Is The West Seeing Drought Relief?
With recent systems moving in from the Pacific, is the west going to break free from drought?
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Helping The Rural Economy
What's being done to help rural economies grow and prosper. And what more can be done? Rod Bain has more.
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USDA: Ag Prices Dip In October
A month-over-month drop in prices received by crop producers led to an overall decline in the latest USDA agricultural prices report. The overall index was down 2.7% in October while the crop price index was reduced by 4% from the previous month.
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USDA Out With Report Focused On Rural America
USDA is out with its latest report that takes a look at the population and economic trends in rural America.
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Agritourism Benefits Both The Producer And Consumer
How can agritourism benefit both the producer and consumer? Rod Bain turned to Oregon State University to find out.
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Could Chocolate Become Healthier?
With Valentine's Day this Monday, maybe you’re thinking about getting your sweetheart some chocolates. But as Rod Bain explains, efforts are underway to make those candies and treats, a little healthier.
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How is the USDA using Dashboards?
Rod Bain takes a look at how the USDA is using dashboards to help farmers and consumers alike.
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