"Jokes of the proper kind, properly told, can do more to enlighten questions of politics, philosophy, and literature than any number of dull arguments."
~
Isaac Asimov, (1920 - 1992), Russian-born American scientist, writer
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In 1830 Massachusetts became the first state to perform a soil survey
Markets are closed Monday while soybean diseases are on the rise. Another
cold front is expected for much of the middle of the country.
BTop 5 Things to Watch
Copeland & Sons Herefords in New Mexico manages year-round cattle grazing
using large pastures. The ranch focuses on proper nutrition and water
management for success.
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A new report from CoBank shows the U.S. dairy replacement heifer supply is
at a 20-year low. Replacement heifer supplies could fall even further over the
next two years before a possible recovery begins in 2027. High calf prices have
led dairy farmers to produce calves destined for the feedlot and not the
milking parlor.
BCoBank: Dairy Heifers at 20-Year Low
DTN Contributing Analyst Philip Shaw takes a closer look at some of the
cash grain market anomalies.
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The National Pork Board has named David Newman as its new CEO, effective
Sept. 1. Newman has been on staff at the organization since 2023.
BNational Pork Board Hires New CEO