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Bock one of four producers representing regenerative ag invited into Oval Office

Bock one of four producers representing regenerative ag invited into Oval Office

  • Sue Roesler

FOXHOLM, N.D. – With the growing season well underway, Brandon and Jessie Bock, who farm with their son, Lyle, and daughter, Grace, traveled to represent regenerative ag farming in Washington, DC, on Thursday, June 25.

Butler County 4-H mentor puts heart into serving

Butler County 4-H mentor puts heart into serving

  • Kristen Sindelar

In all she does through 4-H, Kristin Coufal of David City, Nebraska, has taken to heart the words of former NFL coach Tony Dungy: remember that mentor leadership is all about serving.

From the Fields: Jason Maloney

From the Fields: Jason Maloney

  • Jason Maloney For Agri-View

June was unusual in northern Wisconsin. During the month much of the middle of North America, including most of Wisconsin, had very hot days early on followed by record coolness as the jet stream sagged south. The sag of the jet stream allowed cold and dry northern air to drift down over the…

Prevention important with spread of alpha-gal syndrome

Prevention important with spread of alpha-gal syndrome

  • By Benjamin Herrold, Missouri Farmer Today

Alpha-gal syndrome continues to be a concern as the condition expands its geographic area.

Young Otoe County cattleman goes from showing to selling show cattle

Young Otoe County cattleman goes from showing to selling show cattle

  • Kristen Sindelar

Most teens aren’t leaping out of bed at 6 a.m. to wash calves before the heat of the day. Then again, most seventh graders aren’t begging their parents to let them buy cows, either.

Spears busy on farm as some crops near bloom

Spears busy on farm as some crops near bloom

  • Sue Roesler

DRAKE, N.D. – After a busy week representing corn growers at activities across the state, Scott Spear was back in the sprayer at the farm spraying herbicide on his soybeans and reporting on his operation from the cab. 

Rain brings relief to heat-stressed crops, livestock

Rain brings relief to heat-stressed crops, livestock

  • By Kylie Mockler, Centerville, S.D.

"With crops in their most vital stage of growth, even the slightest lack of moisture can stunt growth and decrease overall yields."

North-central Montana enjoys another blast of timely rain

North-central Montana enjoys another blast of timely rain

  • By MORGAN GARRISON

INVERNESS, Mont. – In north-central Montana, where timely rains are imperative to crop success, the 2026 growing season is shaping up to be a good one, despite apprehension at the beginning of the season.

New truck leads to life of love, part 2

New truck leads to life of love, part 2

  • Sarah Pfaff-Cavadini For Agri-View

Editor's note: The first part of this two-part story was published in the July 2 issue of Agri-View.

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    Beef prices fail to see summer bump so far

    Beef prices fail to see summer bump so far

    • By Benjamin Herrold, Missouri Farmer Today

    Beef prices were “underwhelming” in the lead up to Independence Day, said University of Tennessee Ag Economist Andrew Griffith. Summertime and summer holidays usually see a seasonal boost.

    A year of growth – for me and the ranch

    A year of growth – for me and the ranch

    • Jaclyn Wilson

    "I found things that brought me joy. I looked at a bigger picture more than ever before. I took the time for others. I disconnected more. Most importantly, I lived."

    Variability predicted for 2026 corn crop

    Variability predicted for 2026 corn crop

    • By Tim Kenyon, Iowa Farmer Today

    Expect to see “variability” again describing this year’s corn crop.

    Centuries of American agriculture

    Centuries of American agriculture

    • Katelyn Winberg

    In honor of our nation's milestone birthday, we look back at how agriculture has changed over the centuries, checking in on the 1820s, 1920s and 2020s as a theme emerges. 

    Record canola crop a sign of growing demand

    Record canola crop a sign of growing demand

    • By BARRY COLEMAN, Northern Canola Growers Association

    The USDA reported in its June 30 Acreage Report that U.S. canola acres will be a record this year, reaching nearly 3 million acres. Acreage in North Dakota, the largest canola-producing state, came in at a record 2.35 million acres, up 30 percent from last year and surpassing the previous re…

    Agriculture stretches back millennia

    Agriculture stretches back millennia

    • Jason Maloney For Agri-View

    As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence signing July 4, 1776, many are gratified that the experiment with democracy in the United States – based on the idea of inherent rights and responsibilities of each person – has survived so long. Sometimes it’s difficul…

    Crops, weeds grow big in summer heat

    Crops, weeds grow big in summer heat

    • By Megan Horsager, Montevideo, Minn.

    "The hot weather has helped crops grow, but it has increased our risk for cercospora leaf spot in the beets."

    Help your dog through firework anxiety with these tips

    Help your dog through firework anxiety with these tips

    • Lainie Kringen-Scholtz

    Is your dog terrified by fireworks? Our vet has some tips for how to help them through summer celebrations, thunderstorms and other events that might scare them. 

    Everything but the oink: Dodge County hosts 4-H pork workshop

    Everything but the oink: Dodge County hosts 4-H pork workshop

    • Kristen Sindelar

    Youth who attended the Feed to Fair to Fork Pork Workshop at Nebraska Extension in Dodge County learned about “everything but the oink.” 

    Washington Is finally paying attention. But is that enough?

    Washington Is finally paying attention. But is that enough?

    • Colleen Stegenga

    The farm bill passed by the House includes a study of mental health services available to farmers, ranchers and agricultural professionals. Our mental health columnist explains what that means in practical terms.

    Soybean market the ‘odd’ one among commodities

    Soybean market the ‘odd’ one among commodities

    • Mark Conlon

    While many other markets have struggled recently due to fundamental data issues or geopolitical matters, the soybean market, although it has also struggled, appears to be the odd man out because it’s doing a bit better than the others.

    Jet fuel from food waste studied

    Jet fuel from food waste studied

    • Marianne Stein University of Illinois

    The aviation industry accounts for a large portion of global greenhouse gas emissions. Biobased sustainable aviation fuel can mitigate climate impacts, but transitioning to sustainable aviation fuel faces critical supply chain constraints. A research team at the University of Illinois Urbana…

    Agritourism bridges gap between farms, consumers

    Agritourism bridges gap between farms, consumers

    • Benjamin Herrold

    For Matt Moreland, agritourism started as a necessity on his farm, a need to do something different in the face of hard times.

    Durum back to a premium over spring wheat

    Durum back to a premium over spring wheat

    • Mark Conlon

    Recent rains that fell over much of the region in late June has helped replenish soil moisture throughout much of the durum growing area of North Dakota and Montana, and, as an added bonus, durum prices are again at a premium to spring wheat.

    Barn Boards and Baling Wire

    Barn Boards and Baling Wire

    • John Sumwalt For Agri-View

    We noticed a mysterious creature swimming in the retention pond near our townhome in Wildwood Highlands, our 55-plus community in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. It was too small to be a beaver. It took several days of watching to realize it was a muskrat. Further observation revealed there are …

    Dutch farmers make a home in northwest Iowa

    Dutch farmers make a home in northwest Iowa

    • By Jeff DeYoung, For Iowa Farmer Today

    ORANGE CITY, Iowa — As the United States of America marks 250 years, towns across the Midwest will celebrate the U.S. along with their immigrant roots.

    Our freedoms are worth celebrating

    Our freedoms are worth celebrating

    • Jim Woster

    I have never given much thought to the age of this country, and to be honest, I still don’t. Keeping track of my age keeps me busy enough. However, with all that has gone on, including the 250th birthday parties across the country, including in South Dakota, the “how old” conversation has be…

    Rotations, cover crops benefit pastures

    Rotations, cover crops benefit pastures

    • Tim Kenyon

    MONTICELLO, Iowa — Observation with educated guidance helped about 20 participants increase understanding about grazing pasture rotations at an Iowa State University Extension event in eastern Jones County.

    Sunflower producers wrap up 2026 planting

    Sunflower producers wrap up 2026 planting

    • Mark Conlon

    Mid- to late June is the busiest time of year across the sunflower growing region as farmers push to finish up 2026 planting operations and begin crop protection activities over the next few weeks.

    Back Home

    Back Home

    • Chris Hardie For Agri-View

    Fifty years ago a new word entered my vocabulary as our nation celebrated our Bicentennial, the 200th anniversary of the adoption July 4, 1776, of the Declaration of Independence.

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