Tag: ag news
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Colorado water concerns continue to impact planting plans
Colorado producers are once again making planting decisions based on water availability as irrigation supplies remain a concern heading into the growing season. While snowpack improved in parts of the state, it has not fully eased long-term water challenges. As a result, some farmers are adjusting acreage or shifting to crops that require less irrigation.…
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South Dakota pasture conditions off to uneven start
South Dakota livestock producers are heading into the grazing season with mixed pasture conditions across the state. Recent moisture has helped jumpstart grass growth in some areas, but others remain dry, slowing early-season development. Ranchers are monitoring conditions closely as they prepare to turn cattle out. The uneven start is forcing some producers to remain…
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Mid Day Markets – myradioranch.com
Markets at Midday April 13 Grains are under pressure at midday with selling showing up across the board. Corn is trading lower as global supply and slow export demand continue to weigh on the market. Soybeans are holding mostly steady, bouncing between small gains and losses as traders look for direction. Wheat is lower, with…
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Planting progress uneven across Corn Belt
Spring planting is starting to gain traction across parts of the Corn Belt, but progress remains uneven as weather continues to dictate fieldwork. Producers in drier areas are beginning to move quickly, taking advantage of short windows to get seed in the ground. Meanwhile, other regions remain sidelined by wet conditions and repeated storm systems.…
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Poultry House fire in Georgia ends in huge loss
A poultry house fire in Georgia has left a major operation dealing with significant losses after flames destroyed a commercial chicken facility. Officials say thousands of birds were lost in the fire, though no injuries were reported. Crews responded quickly, but the structure was heavily involved by the time they arrived. The cause of the…
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AG NEWS: AG NEWS: River Levels Disrupt Grain Movement in Key Shipping Corridors
Fluctuating river levels are beginning to slow grain movement across key U.S. shipping corridors as spring demand picks up. Along portions of the Mississippi River system, inconsistent water levels are forcing barge operators to lighten loads and adjust schedules. That reduces efficiency and increases transportation costs for commodities moving to export markets. For farmers, the…