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AdvertisementISU agriculture pavilion project receives jump-start from Walter gift Iowa A state-of-the-art agriculture pavilion for Iowa State University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences has received a major gift from Marvin and Janice Walter of Ames. The Ames couple have pledged $1.5 million toward the construction of a new $7 million facility. AFBF: S. 1733 fails farmers and consumers American Farm Bureau Federation President Bob Stallman testified Oct. 29 before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on S. 1733, the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act. Noting AFBF's opposition to the House companion, bill H.R. 2454, Stallman said the group is similarly opposed to the Senate version. "One of the major failings of H.R. 2454 was that the measure failed to provide a cost-effective blueprint to transition to a clean ... McCook Farm and Ranch Expo Nov. 18 and 19 The McCook Farm and Ranch Expo will return to the Red Willow County Fairgrounds Nov. 18 and 19. The show opens at 9 a.m., both days and closes at 7 p.m., the first day and 4 p.m., the second. Admission and parking are free. Kansas Department of Agriculture launches new online business license site Kansas Restaurants and lodging establishments now have easier access to renew their state licenses. The Kansas Department of Agriculture partnered with Kansas.gov to launch online business license renewal services at www.kansas.gov/lodging and www.kansas.gov/restaurant. November is National Peanut Butter Lovers' Month Each year, peanut butter fans have one month designated to celebrate the great taste and nutritional benefits of America's favorite snack. Packed with eneagy and over 30 essential vitamins and nutrients, peanut butter is just what your body needs to keep your muscles, skin, bones and organs functioning well. Shelly Nutt, executive director of the Texas Peanut Producers Board said more peanuts are used to make peanut butter than any other use. Current status of southeast Kansas aquifers topic of Nov. 9 informational meeting Current status of southeast Kansas aquifers topic of Nov. 9 informational meeting Kansas Results of several years' study of the Ozark and Springfield Plateau aquifers will be discussed at an informational meeting on Nov. 9, in Columbus. Economist: Cattle producers predicted to see profitable outlook in 2010 A weak U.S. dollar has encouraged investment in commodities, resulting in positive activity for agriculture, according to a Texas AgriLife Extension Service economist. "With regards to index investments, they (investors) buy these as a hedge against inflation, and when you have investment dollars coming out of the closet, many are putting money into commodities and that's good for agriculture," said Dr. Mark Welch, ... Phosphorus system to assist Kansas farmers, feedlots Kansas The bioprocessing team at Kansas State University's Advanced Manufacturing Institute in collaboration with the Kansas Environmental Management Associates, has developed a new patented process for recovering excess phosphorus from feedlot waste streams to create a slow release granule fertilizer. A patent application has been published for "Fluidized Bed Precipitator With Optimized Solids Settling And Solids Handling Features For Use... China agrees to reopen market to U.S. pork China agreed Oct. 29 to reopen its market to U.S. pork and live swine, remove barriers for American firms to China's growing clean energy market, and clamp down on Internet piracy at the 20th session of the U.S.-China Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade in Hangzhou, China, co-chaired by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke and U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk along with Chinese Vice Premier Wang Qishan. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom ... USTR, Vilsack announce China's intent to re-open market to U.S. pork products U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack on Oct. 29 announced that China intends to re-open the Chinese market to United States pork and live swine, consistent with science-based international standards. The announcement was made at the conclusion of meetings with Chinese officials at the US-China Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade. "Two-way trade of agricultural, fish, ... Cattlemen urge EPA not to regulate agriculture out of business The National Cattlemen's Beef Association criticized flawed and inconclusive science in an Environmental Protection Agency review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter (i.e. dust). The study was done as part of a required review of the coarse particulate matter standards. "Coarse particulate matter is nothing more than the dust kicked up by cars or trucks traveling on dirt roads, a tractor tilling ... Equine piroplasmosis disease investigation continues in Texas Canada and a number of U.S. states have imposed movement restrictions or additional entry requirements for horses from Texas after equine piroplasmosis, a tick-transmitted blood disease of equine animals, such as horses, donkeys, mules and zebras, was detected in south Texas in mid-October. Equine piroplasmosis may be carried and transmitted by as many as 15 species of ticks. Although ticks have been collected from the south ... Kansas Soybean Commission schedules meeting Kansas The Kansas Soybean Commission has scheduled a meeting Dec. 10 and 11 beginning at 8 a.m. The meeting will be held at the International Grains Program Building on the campus of Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kan. Wet fall increases grain sprouting before harvest, causing storage problems, says MU agronomist Missouri Prolonged wet weather increases chances that grain crops will start sprouting before harvest this fall, said a University of Missouri Extension agronomist. Plentiful moisture and temperatures above 50 degrees are what farmers want after planting in the spring, not before harvest in the fall, said crops specialist Bill Wiebold. Missouri farmers report tough fall CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (AP)--Southeastern Missouri crop and dairy farmers are reporting a tough fall. Dairy farmers have struggled with prices, while weather has affected other crops. Oak Ridge Dairy producer John Schoen reports a 35 percent decline in profits compared to October 2008. Farmers growing electricity along with their crops WIMER, Ore. (AP)--Vern and Gianaclis Caldwell do a lot of the typical things that make a small farm self-sufficient. Besides the 40-some dwarf Nigerian goats they milk to make artisanal cheeses, they also raise chickens for meat and eggs, a steer for beef, horses to ride and vegetables for the table. Unlike most small farms, their heat and electricity is entirely home grown. October average rainfall tops 10 inches, a near record Missouri With statewide rainfall averaging more than 10 inches, Missouri weather records show October was the wettest in 68 years and second wettest in history. "Rainfall was about three times normal for October, which is considered a fairly dry month suitable for harvesting," said Pat Guinan, University of Missouri Extension Commercial Agriculture climatologist. Sun, dry forecast prompt harvest hopes, even for submerged crops Arkansas Arkansas farmers on Nov. 2 were trying to make the most of a rarity: consecutive days of sunshine. However, some growers may have to wait before firing up the harvesters. ASA submits concerns and issues for climate change legislation The American Soybean Association Nov. 4 issued a paper outlining its concerns and issues for climate change legislation. ASA believes that climate change legislation passed by the House of Representatives and the current draft Senate climate change bill do not provide sufficient measures to protect American economic competitiveness, and ASA does not support those measures in their current form. ASA is issuing its detailed ... Harvesting corn below 15 percent moisture may be challenging as corn harvest begins progressing again this season. However, with correct environmental conditions, dry down rates can range from . 25 to as much as 1 percent per day (depending on weather, hybrid, and ear characteristics). The combined sales volume of Wyoming, western Nebraska, western North and South Dakota feedlots for the week ending Oct. 31, totaled 10,300 head, compared to 12,450 head last week and 13,975 head last year, according to the USDA-Wyoming Department of Agriculture Market News, Torrington, Wyo. Compared to last week, feeder steers and heifers sold uneven at Torrington and Riverton auctions. Steers calves sold generally steady to $6 higher, instances were $7 higher,... Ericson livestock auction report The Ericson Spalding Livestock Auction, Ericson, Neb., reported receipts of 1,380 head Oct. 31, compared to 1,580 head last week and 4,000 head last year, according to the USDA-Nebraska Department of Agriculture Market News, Kearney, Neb. Compared with last week, based on a limited test, steers and heifers trended steady, with the exception of 500-pound heifers, which traded $4 higher. Demand was moderate to good and trading active. The Bales Continental Commission Co., Huron, S.D., reported receipts of 1,350 head Oct. 29, compared to 165 head last week, according to the USDA-South Dakota Department of Agriculture Market News, Sioux Falls, S.D. The last reported auction with meaningful numbers was several weeks ago, therefore, a trend was not possible. Buyer attendance was light with light to moderate demand. West Plains regional cattle sales The Ozarks Regional Stockyard, West Plains, Mo., reported receipts of 4,730 head Nov. 3, compared to 2,991 head last week and 2,696 head last year, according to the Missouri Department of Agriculture-USDA Market News Service, Jefferson City, Mo. Compared to last week, steer and heifer calves were $2 to $4 lower, full decline on heavier un-weaned and fleshy offerings, yearling steers were steady to $2 lower, heifers were mostly $2 lower. The supply was ... St. Onge Livestock Co., Ltd., Newell, S.D., reported receipts of 2,008 head Oct. 29, compared to 4,954 head last week and 4,260 head last year, according to the USDA-South Dakota Department of Agriculture Market News, Sioux Falls, S.D. Compared to last week's much larger sale, there was no accurate comparison on feeder lambs due to difference in numbers but a higher undertone was noted. Slaughter ewes and bucks sold mostly $2 to $3 higher. The Farmers and Ranchers Livestock Commission, Co., Salina, Kan., reported receipts of 2,366 head Oct. 29, compared to 1,115 head last week and 2,316 head last year, according to the USDA-Kansas Department of Agriculture Market News, Dodge City, Kan. Compared to last week, steers at 400 to 500 pounds were not enough for a test, and 500 to 900 pounds were steady to $2 higher. Heifers at 400 to 850 pounds in a light test were steady to $1 higher. The USDA Market News Service, Greeley, Colo., in the closing grain report for Oct. 26, reported in futures trading that Chicago December soft red winter wheat was $5.27, down 20 3/4 cent; December corn, $3.78, down 19 3/4 cents; and November soybeans, $9.86 1/2, down 19 1/2 cents. The export bid for direct Gulf delivery of No. 1 hard red winter wheat, ordinary protein, rail, $5.61 to $5.71, down 18 1/2 cents; No. Grains close lower with dry weather forecast Grains closed lower as drier weather has been forecasted, and this should lead to harvest activity before more rain moves in later in the week, according to the National Grain Market Summary, Oct. 26. Outside markets pressured grains as the stock market, crude oil and precious metals all closed lower. Wheat closed 15 to 21 cents lower. The USDA Market News Service, Greeley, Colo., in the closing grain report for Nov. 2, reported in futures trading that Chicago December soft red winter wheat was $5.16 3/4, up 22 1/2 cent; December corn, $3.82 1/4, up 16 1/4 cents; November soybeans, $9.97 1/2, up 19 1/2 cents and January soybeans, $9.98, up 21 1/2 cents. The export bid for direct Gulf delivery of No. 1 hard red winter wheat, ordinary protein, rail, $5.50 to $5.60, up 21 cents; No. Grains had sharp gains as buying entered the market on Nov. 2, according to the National Grain Market Summary. Outside markets were higher with crude oil and precious metals. Widespread harvest maybe delayed in some cases as fields are very muddy delaying harvest progress. The USDA Market News Service, Greeley, Colo., in the closing grain report for Oct. 5, reported in futures trading that Chicago December soft red winter wheat was $4.42 3/4, up 1 1/2 cent; December corn, $3.41 1/2, up 8 cents; and November soybeans, $8.85, unchanged. The export bid for direct Gulf delivery of No. 1 hard red winter wheat, ordinary protein, rail, $4.91 3/4 to $5.01 3/4, up 2 1/4 cents; No. The corn market rallied on Oct. 5 as another round of frost warnings for much of the Midwest later in the week and rain also moving in helped to support corn, according to the National Grain Market Summary. Wheat closed slightly higher on support from corn but remains in a bearish market with large supplies. Soybeans were unchanged to slightly lower as buying emerged late in the day. The USDA Market News Service, Greeley, Colo., in the closing grain report for Oct. 19, reported in futures trading that Chicago December soft red winter wheat was $5.17 3/4, up 19 cents; December corn, $3.86 1/4, up 14 1/4 cents; and November soybeans, $9.96 1/4, up 18 3/4 cents. The export bid for direct Gulf delivery of No. 1 hard red winter wheat, ordinary protein, rail, $5.58 3/4 to $5.68 3/4, up 18 1/4 cents; No. The grain markets rallied closing moderate to sharply higher, according to the National Grain Market Summary, Oct. 19. Wheat saw spillover support from other grains and a lower dollar. Corn and soybeans found support from the higher equities, a lower dollar, and rain in the forecast for parts of the Corn Belt.
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Ask Andy Wisdom what makes his West Texas cotton farm a success, and he will tell you the secret can't be found just in his soil or in any particular crop input. 
In just over 10 years, the contagious bacterial disease of the intestinal tract known as Johne's disease has become prevalent in as many as 70 percent of U.S. dairy herds. 
