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Purdue’s Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory to Hire More Staff, Make Upgrades Following Increase in State Funding
Last April, Indiana lawmakers approved an increase in funding in the state’s two-year budget specifically for the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL) with Purdue University. “I cannot find the words to express my level of appreciation for all the groups and...
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Purdue’s Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory to Hire More Staff, Make Upgrades Following Increase in State Funding
Last April, Indiana lawmakers approved an increase in funding in the state’s two-year budget specifically for the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL) with Purdue University. “I cannot find the words to express my level of appreciation for all the groups and...
Weed Control Tips From Purdue’s Bill Johnson
USDA’s Crop Progress Report on Tuesday showed 92% of Indiana corn and 88% of soybeans have been planted. So, with planting all but complete, we turn our attention now to weed control. “The big monster in the room right now is the June 12 cutoff date for Dicamba...
Nominations Open for State’s Highest Ag Honor
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 AgriVision Award, the highest agricultural honor presented by the State of Indiana. This award, now in its 17th year, was established by the Lt. Governor and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture to recognize...
‘Beagle Brigade Act’ Gaining Support in Congress
Support is growing for the Beagle Brigade Act. Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI-8th District) introduced the bill in the House and says it’s a vital act for agriculture. “It’s an act with a cute name but a very important purpose. The Beagle Brigade Act helps protect...
Warm, Dry Forecast Not Yet a Concern for Indiana’s Corn and Soybean Crops
Now that planting season is over for most farmers across Indiana, many are now concerned about the warm, dry forecast for the next week or so. However, it may be a little too soon to be overly concerned about the recent lack of moisture. “It is one of those things...
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Indiana’s Corn, Soybean Producers Highlight Biofuels Benefits During ‘Liquid Fuels Summit’
As consumers seek more environmentally friendly solutions to energy challenges, Indiana’s corn and soybean policy organizations are working to convince state and federal lawmakers that farmers can help provide those clean fuel answers. On May 9-10, the Indiana Soybean...
EPA Grants Waiver to Allow E15 Sales for 2023 Summer Driving Season
The EPA issued an emergency waiver on Friday to allow E15 gasoline—gasoline blended with 15% ethanol—to be sold during the summer driving season. Reaction to the EPA’s decision from several leading ag and renewable fuel organizations has been positive. “We appreciate...
Market News
Black Sea Grain Deal ‘Good News for the World’
The Black Sea Grain Deal was extended this week for another two months despite reports that Russia wanted the deal to end. “The Black Sea green corridor deal is a deal between the UN, Russia, Ukraine and Turkey, and it basically allows Ukraine to export grain via the...
Black Sea Grain Deal Extended Two Months
The Black Sea grain deal has been extended for another two months, something the United Nations calls “good news for the world.” The news came one day before Russia could have quit the deal because of obstacles to its grain and fertilizer exports. Reuters says...
Corn Export Sales Hit Marketing-Year Low Point
The USDA says corn export sales hit the lowest level since the 2022-2023 marketing year began on September 1. Cancelations led to a net reduction in corn sales during the seven days ending on April 27 of 315,600 metric tons. China canceled shipments of 562,800 metric...
Market Analyst Tom Fritz on the Factors Driving Grain Prices Lower
Sell-offs have continued for several straight days in the grain markets leading to much lower prices for corn, soybean and wheat futures. “It's kind of like—let's make it real simple—what’s grabbing you by the lapels and saying you need to buy me? I'm not seeing...
USDA’s Meat Trade and Price Forecasts
USDA recently released data on U.S. meat exports through February and their price projections for the remainder of the year. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski explains there were just slight adjustments to the meat export forecast. “In all...
Ag Exports Impacted by Labor Issues at Two California Shipping Ports
A recent strike at two shipping ports in California caused many ag exports to temporarily come to a grinding halt. Any further work stoppages at those ports may have an impact on farmers and ag businesses in Indiana. “We're very concerned about this issue on the west...
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Weed Control Tips From Purdue’s Bill Johnson
USDA’s Crop Progress Report on Tuesday showed 92% of Indiana corn and 88% of soybeans have been planted. So, with planting all but complete, we turn our attention now to weed control. “The big monster in the room right now is the June 12 cutoff date for Dicamba...
Nominations Open for State’s Highest Ag Honor
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 AgriVision Award, the highest agricultural honor presented by the State of Indiana. This award, now in its 17th year, was established by the Lt. Governor and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture to recognize...
‘Beagle Brigade Act’ Gaining Support in Congress
Support is growing for the Beagle Brigade Act. Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI-8th District) introduced the bill in the House and says it’s a vital act for agriculture. “It’s an act with a cute name but a very important purpose. The Beagle Brigade Act helps protect...
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