Experts believe industrial farming has the potential to be as dangerous as the wet markets southeast Asia - iStockphoto It’s not just a theoretical risk. In factory farms across the US ...
Increased leaf shatter is another problem associated with hay that has been rained on. Wet hay usually means more mechanical handling of the hay in order to dry it. Since leaves tend to dry quicker ...
Where will hay prices go in 2025? Rankin shared several factors that could influence inventory and price in the year ahead. Extreme dry and wet weather conditions have become the norm, Rankin said.
Especially with the current farm economic conditions and outlook, Striegel advises farmers to keep at it when it comes to planning, strategy, banker relationships and evaluating capital expenditures. ...
Kim Baldwin, a McPherson County farmer, details preparations for an upcoming winter storm in 2025, warning of ice, snow, and extreme cold. With power outages possible, he ensures farm and ...
“Now is a great time to make sure the farm can survive. The farm business has to be made sturdy and stable before it can be shared with anyone else.” Striegel expects the next downturn in ...