tractors

Four-Wheel Drive Tractors See Jump in April Sales

New data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) shows sales of 4-wheel-drive tractors in the U.S. increased 24.1% in April compared to 2023. The report also notes that 4-wheel-drive tractor sales are up 1.9% in the U.S. year-to-date.  “The modest growth in agriculture 4-wheel-drive tractor sales in April 2024 is an indicator of resilience in the overall ag industry,” said AEM Senior Vice President Curt …

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Corn Sees Bearish Outlook

USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski explains how USDA came up with its projection for this season’s corn crop. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026

Weather Patterns Affecting Crop Status

Some farmers are a bit behind in planting crops this season, while those with seed in the ground are benefiting from the recent rains. Mark Oppold has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers …

EQIP

Senators Want $1.2 Billion for Conservation Funding

A group of U.S. Senators are calling on the Senate Appropriations Committee to fully fund agricultural conservation programs in the FY 2025 funding bill.  “Land-based mitigation measures in agriculture, forestry, and other land use sectors represent some of the most important options currently available for large-scale emissions reductions and the removal and storage of carbon dioxide at scale,” Senators Michael …

Georgia Cotton Growers Delayed by Rainy Week

Rainfall totals were high heading into this week in Georgia. Then Monday came, along with additional rainfall. More is expected this weekend. The Georgia Cotton Commission and University of Georgia Extension encourage growers to take advantage of any dry conditions when they have the chance. “You know your fields. You know your farm. It’s time to really be getting after …

cultured meat

Alabama Bans Cultured Meat

A second state bans cultured meat. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Alabama is now the second state in the nation to ban the sale of cultured meat. Last week, Governor Kay Ivey signed SB23 into law, making the manufacture, sale, or distribution of food products produced from cultured animal cells a Class C misdemeanor as of October …

Maintaining Safe Milk Supply Amid HPAI

The latest efforts to keep our milk supply safe. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Human and Health Services Secretary discusses some of the continued and increased efforts to assure a safe milk supply amid an outbreak of a High Path Avian Flu strain found in dairy cattle. Rod Bain reports. Listen to the This Land Of …

Growing Matters: BeSure! Campaign with Quick Tips to Follow to Keep Pollinators Safe

The BeSure! Campaign from the Growing Matters coalition helps growers protect bees and other wildlife.  Today we’re talking with Shine Taylor, Field Development Representative with Gowan Company, who gives some quick tips for applicators. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …

nominations

Nominations Open for the Farm Dog of the Year

Nominations are open for the Farm Dog of the Year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Federation’s seventh annual Farm Dog of the Year Contest, co-sponsored by Nestle Purina Pet Care, celebrates farm dogs and the many ways they support farmers and ranchers. AFBF Vice President of Communications Terri Moore says the Farm Dog …