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Evaluating Winning Strategies from 2020 Corn

March 5, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Corn harvest in the Midwest faced a lot of challenges in 2020, but overall, it came out ahead in many areas. Tim Dahl is an agronomy service representative with Syngenta. From an agronomic perspective, his home territory of southern Minnesota…

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Commodity Classic Corn and Soybean Outlook

March 5, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

An agricultural economist says there are many factors that could impact corn and soybean prices in 2021. Michael Langmeier, Purdue University Ag Economics Professor, presented the outlook during the virtual Commodity Classic event. Langmeier explains the outlook for this year.…

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SC Ag Commissioner Encourages Eligible Workers to Get Vaccinated

March 4, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

COLUMBIA — With South Carolina preparing to expand COVID-19 vaccine availability, Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers is urging those in the food and agriculture sector to step up and be vaccinated when they are eligible. The South Carolina Department of Health…

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The Economic Perspective: “Hiring College Graduates”

March 4, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Mary: I’m Mary Walden, with economist MW, welcoming you to the economic perspective. Today’s program looks at hiring college graduates. Mike, this has been a challenging year for college students. Even in the best of times, not all college graduates…

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2021 Got to Be NC Festival canceled

March 4, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

RALEIGH – Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler has announced the cancellation of the 2021 Got to Be NC Festival citing the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “We are making progress in the state getting people vaccinated against this deadly virus, but we still…

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Bad Mouthing that Tax Refund

March 4, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

While you may love getting a tax refund, most financial advisors say it’s not a great idea. Gary Crawford has this report.

Soy Checkoff Strategizing for Future Investments

March 4, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Farmer-leaders of the United Soybean Board met recently to define future strategies for the organization focused on strengthening the value and demand of U.S. soy. Each year, the 78 USB Directors determine where to invest checkoff dollars to maximize farmers’…

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Commentary: John R. Block Reports from Washington March 3, 2021 “Equality”

March 3, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Hello everybody out there in farm country.  This radio commentary is brought to you by the National Corn Growers Association, CropLife America, and Renewable Fuels Association.  They are all friends, supporters, and allies of a healthy farm economy and prosperous…

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The Economic Perspective: “Reducing Health Care Costs”

March 3, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Mary: This is Mary Walden with economist MW, welcoming you to the economic perspective. Today’s program looks at reducing health care costs. Mike, the affordability of health care is a continuing issue in our country. Solutions tend to focus on…

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Friday is Deadline for QLA Signup

March 3, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

RALEIGH — Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler reminds growers that time is running out to apply for assistance through the USDA’s Quality Loss Adjustment Program. The deadline to apply is March 5. “Many growers, including tobacco growers, may not even know…

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