Category: Ag News
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Milan Sale Barn Becomes Green Hills Stockyards
Milan Sale Barn becomes Green Hills Stockyards under new ownership. The first cattle auction is Nov. 2, with weigh cows at 9 a.m. and feeders at 11 a.m.
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North Shelby Wins National Title as Baker Reaches Semis
INDIANAPOLIS — North Shelby FFA won a national team championship and swept the top three individual placings, while Atlanta FFA’s Bella Baker advanced to the national semifinals in extemporaneous public speaking. North Shelby’s Knowledge Team finished first at the National FFA Quiz Invitational in Indianapolis with 232 points. Maren Yoder earned the top individual placing…
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USDA Announces $8 Billion in Harvest Fuel Relief
WASHINGTON — USDA plans to provide $8 billion in one-time payments to farmers through a new Harvest Fuel Relief program aimed at offsetting a portion of increased production costs and losses during the 2026 crop year. President Donald Trump and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the program Oct. 19. USDA says the assistance is intended…
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Farm Bill Lapse Leaves Gaps in Programs for Producers
The latest expiration of the 2018 farm bill has halted funding for some agricultural programs and stopped new Conservation Reserve Program contracts, while several major farm safety net programs remain protected under separate legislation. The farm bill expired Sept. 30 for the fourth consecutive year. National Farmers Union says the lapse creates uncertainty for family…
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Free BQA Programs Set for Shelbina and Ewing
SHELBINA, Mo. — Northeast Missouri beef producers can earn or renew their Beef Quality Assurance certification at either of two free University of Missouri Extension programs scheduled in Shelbina and Ewing. The evening programs will take place Nov. 5 at the South Shelby Cafeteria in Shelbina and Jan. 14, 2027, at First Baptist Church in…
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Missouri Heifer Field Days Set for Milan and Luray
MILAN, Mo. — Northeast Missouri cattle producers will have two opportunities to learn more about replacement heifer selection, reproductive management and improving long-term cow herd profitability during upcoming University of Missouri Extension field days. The free Show-Me-Select Field Days are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, at Adrian Farms in Milan, and Saturday, Nov. 7, at…