Monthly Archives: February 2022
Monthly Archives: February 2022

Commentary: How Much is Freedom Worth?  

February 28, 2022
by Mike Davis

by Dr. Glenn Mollette In America we pursue the occupation of our choice. That doesn’t mean we always like our jobs but we can choose to pursue another career or several different careers. We can choose our state, community and …

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What the Russian Invasion Means for Ag

February 28, 2022
by Mike Davis

While the world awaits any official international action or intervention in the Russia-Ukraine war, the markets around the globe are reacting quite quickly. This action by Russia not only puts stress on the general world economy, but it also has …

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A Support Mechanism for the Specialty Crop Industry

February 28, 2022
by Mike Davis

USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program has supported several projects that build up research, production and marketing of commodities. Rod Bain reports.

True Insomnia vs. Fake Insomnia

February 28, 2022
by Mike Davis

Millions of Americans say they suffer from insomnia, but may be using that term a bit loosely. Gary Crawford has more.

Commentary: John R. Block Reports from Washington

February 25, 2022
by Mike Davis

“Russia – Ukraine” 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 …

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South American Soy Shortage Could Mean Opportunity for U.S. Farmers

February 25, 2022
by Mike Davis

The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report from USDA shows notable reductions to the South American soybean crop, representing demand potential for U.S. soybeans. Mac Marshall, USB and USSEC Vice President of Market Intelligence, says drought in South …

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Corn Management in Three Steps

February 25, 2022
by Mike Davis

As farmers prepare for the 2022 growing season, the Golden Harvest® agronomy team recommends three corn management practices that can maximize yield potential. They include optimizing corn seeding rates, implementing narrow row spacing and enhancing nutrient management. Steve Wilkens, Golden …

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Roller Coaster Temps Mean Spring is Here

February 25, 2022
by Mike Davis

Dryness continues to spread across the Carolinas, and this weekend’s likely rain will not do much to slow it down, says climatologist Corey Davis.

The Yonder Report

February 25, 2022
by Mike Davis

COVID-19 infections drop in rural America while intrepid healthcare workers keep on caring for the sick; diversity on the upswing despite overall rural population decline; a new data tool to identify what exactly makes a rural-serving institution; and Americans are …

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Analyst: Despite Challenges, Dairy Market Outlook is Positive

February 24, 2022
by Mike Davis

Dairy prices are at levels not seen since 2014. University of Wisconsin-Madison dairy markets and policy expert Mark Stephenson explains what is driving the demand for U.S. dairy products. “You’ve had markets all over the world that are recovering from …

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