Since the 1940s, UNH has been at the forefront of cucurbit research, generating over 100 new varieties and over $2 million in seed catalog sales worldwide. This year's harvest includes exciting ...

According to GSI's Greg Trame, delaying harvest to reduce grain moisture artificially can lead to "phantom yield loss," where corn loses dry matter in the kernels, potentially leading to lodging and ...

The report outlines several harmful practices adopted by these companies, including the manipulation of supply to artificially inflate prices. For example, despite the rising prices of beef, the share ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making a significant investment of $1.3 billion to improve rural infrastructure across 30 states. This funding aims to enhance access to clean drinking ...

In a significant move to bolster climate resilience in agriculture, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has allocated up to $7.7 billion for fiscal year 2025. This funding, sourced from the ...

As of September 1, 2024, corn stocks in all storage positions in Wisconsin reached 100 million bushels, marking a 35 percent increase from the 74 million bushels recorded on September 1, 2023. Of ...

As the cold weather sets in, it’s crucial for swine producers to prepare their barns to maintain a healthy environment for their livestock. Mark Oberreuter, an experienced system design engineer, ...

Pork is one of the most popular meats worldwide, boasting over 110 distinct flavor nuances. It is a "carrier food," meaning it easily adopts the flavors of various cuisines, complementing dishes with ...

The recent strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association has halted operations at major East Coast and Gulf of Mexico ports, disrupting the export of significant US commodities such as cotton ...

Overall, Wisconsin's small grains sector displayed mixed results, with notable increases in production for some crops, while others faced yield challenges.

Matt Ruark, a professor and extension specialist in the UW-Madison Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, has been appointed as the faculty director of the Dairy Innovation Hub. In this role, ...

This week, US farmers made significant headway in the soybean harvest, with progress now at 26%, which is above the pre-report trade guess and also ahead of historical averages. This surge reflects a ...