Tag: ag news
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Kubota Adds Five Models in BX90 Tractor Redesign
GRAPEVINE, Texas — Kubota Tractor Corp. has introduced five models in its redesigned BX90 subcompact tractor lineup, with changes to loader capacity, mowing equipment and operator controls. The tractors are scheduled to reach authorized dealerships in early 2027. The lineup includes the BX2190, BX2390 Deluxe and BX2690 Premium, along with two backhoe-equipped models, the BX2390S…
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Farm Groups Praise Waiver as Local Diesel Savings Lag
SHELBINA, Mo. — Three Missouri agricultural organizations are praising Gov. Mike Kehoe’s temporary diesel and transportation relief, while prices reported at MFA in Shelbina Thursday showed dyed diesel just 4 cents per gallon below clear diesel. The Ranch reported clear diesel at $6.19 per gallon and dyed diesel at $6.15 on Oct. 1. At those…
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Missouri Diesel Waiver Offers Small Break in Shelbina
SHELBINA, Mo. — Missouri has temporarily eased diesel restrictions for agricultural transportation, but prices reported Thursday at MFA in Shelbina showed just a 4-cent difference between clear and dyed fuel. The Ranch’s Jason Mathis reported clear diesel at $6.19 per gallon and red-dyed diesel at $6.15 on Oct. 1. At those prices, buying 100 gallons…
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Agriculture States Ease Diesel Rules as Harvest Costs Soar
Record diesel prices are driving states to suspend fuel penalties, freeze tax increases and ease hauling restrictions as farmers harvest crops and move livestock. For Missouri producers, the pressure comes without a confirmed state waiver allowing red-dyed diesel in highway vehicles. Missouri law generally prohibits dyed fuel in the supply tank of vehicles operated on…
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Meyer Family Connects Cattle, Crops and Farm Succession
BOWLING GREEN, Mo. — For Brock and Michele Meyer, building a farm that can support another generation means making sure each part of the operation supports the others. Their Angus genetics must produce functional cattle. Their crops must supply feed. Their finished cattle must meet contract requirements on schedule. The couple owns and operates Meyer…
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MU Field Day to Show Virtual Fencing and Farm Drones
COOK STATION, MO – Missouri producers can see virtual fencing research, farm drone demonstrations and beef cattle reproduction technology at the University of Missouri’s Wurdack Extension and Education Center field day Friday, Oct. 2. The free event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. near Cook Station. Visitors can also tour facility improvements and learn…