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Jan. 2, 2013

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IFES 2012: Crop insurance - tax reporting options 2

Approximately 80% of Illinois farmers purchased various types of crop insurance on their 2012 crops. The total premiums for these policies were over $770 million. It is projected that the total claims will exceed twice the amount of the premiums. If farmers do not defer their crop insurance proceeds until 2013, they will have an additional $1.5 billion of taxable income this year....More
Jan. 2, 2013

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IFES 2012: 2013 projected crop farm incomes: A drought reprieve

2012 Crop farm incomes...More
Jan. 2, 2013

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Land rental publications and forms now available 1

Cropland rental rates continue to vary widely throughout Minnesota (and other Midwestern states). Landowners and tenants alike are challenged when trying to calculate a fair and equitable land rent value. The North Central Farm Management Extension Committee has recently developed a series of land rent publications and forms that will aid landowners and tenants with determining a land rent value....More
Jan. 2, 2013

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Updated Purdue corn, soybean pocket reference guide now available

A popular Purdue extension pocket reference guide for corn and soybean producers has been updated and is now available. The 2013 Corn and Soybean Field Guide is an in-field reference to help farmers quickly identify and manage crop problems, such as weeds, diseases and insects....More
Dec. 28, 2012

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Specialists say farmers can resolve to improve farming practices in 2013

New Year's resolutions aren't just for those who are overweight, sedentary or struggling to break a bad habit. Farmers can resolve to avoid poor management practices or implement better production techniques in 2013. Purdue University crop, livestock and agricultural economics specialists shared their top three farmer resolutions for the year ahead. Those resolutions, and specialist comments about them, are: Chris Hurt, extension agricultural economist...More
Dec. 28, 2012

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The year in images: Top 10 Farm Industry News galleries from 2012

Farm Industry News delivered agriculture news to readers around the world daily on its website in 2012. Of all content published on farmindustrynews.com, photo galleries have proven to be the most popular content by far. Here is a look at the year's top 10 photo galleries from Farm Industry News.
Dec. 27, 2012

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Risk management at forefront as farmers face uncertainty in 2013 1

One thing is certain for corn farmers in 2013, and that is the importance of risk management amid extreme uncertainty in yields and revenues, Purdue agricultural economist Chris Hurt says....More
Dec. 27, 2012

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NCGA announces National Corn Yield Contest winners for 2012

Advanced production techniques, informed growing practices and improved seed varieties helped corn growers achieve high yields in the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) 2012 National Corn Yield Contest. Despite a severe drought that plagued most of the Corn Belt, entrants continued to far surpass the national average corn yield, even doubling it in some circumstances....More
Dec. 27, 2012

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IFES 2012: Crop and livestock price prospects for 2013

Crops The crop price environment will likely remain very volatile in 2013, reflecting production uncertainty and unsettled economic issues. However, a transition to lower prices is anticipated as production rebounds. The extent of the price decline will depend heavily on the outcome of the 2013 crops....More
Dec. 27, 2012

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New portable grain moisture tester from AgraTronix

AgraTronix has unveiled its MT-PRO+ 05100 Portable Grain Moisture Tester, which features a direct readout for 40 different grain scales for high moisture grain up to 40%. The grain meter indicates the above limit and below limit moisture values for farmers working to preserve the value of their crops and ensure that their grain sells for what it is worth....More
Dec. 21, 2012

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Capturing the beauty of a Minnesota winter

Thinking of a Minnesota winter often evokes images of baren, cold landscapes and sub-zero temperatures, but nature photographer Jim Radford captures the season in a different light. These images from across Minnesota show the serenity and beauty the state boasts during its coldest season. Enjoy an alternative look at the Minnesota landscape as you celebrate this holiday season with family and friends.
Dec. 20, 2012

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Christmas tree from North Carolina farm presented to Michelle Obama

Russell and Beau Estes won the honor of providing the annual Christmas tree in August through the National Christmas Tree Association Grand Championship contest. This holiday season, the two accompanied the 18.5-ft. Fraser fir tree grown on their Jefferson, N.C., farm to the White House and helped present the award-winning tree to Mrs. Obama. The tree is displayed in the White House Blue Room during the holiday season....More
Dec. 19, 2012

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Happy holidays from Farm Industry News!

This holiday season, we at Farm Industry News want to thank our readers for being active members of the agriculture community by engaging in our coverage in print, online and through Facebook and Twitter this year. From our coverage of the newest farm equipment and high tech products that hit the market, to our in-depth look at the 2012 drought and much more, we hope Farm Industry News has been a valuable resource for you this year and beyond....More
Dec. 19, 2012

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Abundant hay, continuing drought, mineral feeder

A normal year for growing hay is cutting three to four times a growing season. The drought year of 2012 produced five cuttings of alfalfa. The hay season started early and received enough rain to keep growing all summer until November. Alfalfa is a plant with a tap root that was able to use what subsoil moisture was available....More
Dec. 13, 2012

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Vote in the Faces of Farming and Ranching national spokesperson contest 1

The deadline is approaching on Saturday, Dec. 15 for the Faces of Farming and Ranching national spokesperson contest sponsored by the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance (USFRA). View the candidates and cast your vote here. The nine finalists were selected by a panel of judges, and one will be chosen as a national spokesperson for agriculture based on votes. USFRA put out a call earlier this summer for outstanding farmers and ranchers who are focused on continuosly improving their farm and ranch operations....More
Dec. 12, 2012

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Drought potential sparks extreme uncertainty in 2013 corn yields, prices 1

A return to more normal U.S. corn yields in 2013 could send new-crop prices spiraling downward, but persistent drought in some of the nation's top corn-producing states could have the opposite effect, says Purdue Extension agricultural economist Chris Hurt. The USDA predicts the midpoint of U.S. farm prices on 2012 corn will be $7.60 per bu. If yields are more normal in 2013, Hurt said prices could fall by $2.10 to $5.50 per bu. - the largest ever year-to-year drop....More
Dec. 10, 2012

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Will corn and soybean prices return to pre-drought levels? 1

March 2013 corn futures dropped below $5.50 in early May 2012 and were drifting lower when U.S. drought conditions turned prices higher starting in mid-June. The price of that contract peaked in early August, just short of the $8.50 mark. March 2013 soybean futures dropped below $11.50 in December 2011before South American drought conditions and then U.S. drought conditions sent that contract above $17.25 by mid-September 2012....More
Dec. 7, 2012

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Holiday wish list for the farm shop

Deck out your shop this winter with new tools from some of the biggest names in the power tool industry. For more gift ideas for the farmer on your list this holiday season, view another gallery here.
Dec. 5, 2012

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New Air Comb Filter tool cleans cylindrical filters, radiators and more

IPA recently announced its new Air Comb Filter and Radiator Cleaner for cleaning cylindrical style air filters, radiators, condensers and other hard-to-reach applications. An air filter, if properly cleaned, can be reused many times in its lifecycle. With today’s single port type air guns, it can be difficult to properly clean an air filter....More
Dec. 5, 2012

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Land auction draws big and locally

2012 has been a remarkable year for farmland values. Even a record-setting drought hasn’t dampened the market. And as this year draws to a close, the number of land sales has increased along with the prices paid for the land....More
Dec. 5, 2012

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Food industry taking steps to soften impact of 2012 drought on consumers

Consumers appear to be better educated about the impact of the 2012 drought on crop yields and livestock numbers and are taking actions to try to lessen the pain of the weather-related food price increases, a food industry expert says....More
Dec. 4, 2012

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Current conditions point to continued strong corn prices

Corn prices peaked in August, moved sharply lower in September, and have been in a sideways pattern over the past two months. Within that sideways pattern, prices have moved higher over the past two weeks, with March 2013 futures trading within $0.10 of the post-September high. The recent rally has been fueled by some supply concerns and more optimism about near-term demand....More
Dec. 3, 2012

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The drought is not over 4

There is a wire, ear-corn crib in our pasture that I drive by at least a dozen times a week. Today I noticed that is was empty, and has been empty for the last 25 years. The old ear-corn crib is not the only empty bin on our farm. Three useable bins (the old wire ear-corn bin is a permanent bird roost) on our farm are unused as harvest 2012 is complete. The unused space would have held the 30% loss in corn yield, and the 15% loss in soybean yield due to the drought. An unused bin is not all bad since I hope to refurbish/update one of the bins this winter....More
Dec. 3, 2012

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Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute forum identifies ag industry’s innovation needs for future

The Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute (PAMI) recently hosted a forum aimed at identifying the agriculture industry’s innovation needs for the next decade. About 30 agriculture leaders from across Saskatchewan, Canada, gathered to give their input on the future of the industry, covering such topics as crop characteristics, rural population challenges, genetically modified crops, labor and technology. Some of the key needs identified at the meeting included:...More
Dec. 3, 2012

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Save on replacement costs for diesel particulate filter with new do-it-yourself cleaning kit

K-Line Industries, manufacturer of special service tools for OEMs and OEM dealers, has come out with a portable cleaner for use on tractors equipped with a diesel particulate filter (DPF) to control pollution. The portable DPF cleaner allows farmers to clean the DPF filter themselves to reduce the cost and transport time involved in taking it to their dealers to be cleaned....More