The 2025 Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum, themed “Wisconsin Agriculture Under a Second Trump Presidency,” will take place on Tuesday, January 21, at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Researchers at Curtin University have introduced a groundbreaking method to improve crop yields and promote sustainable farming using eDNA metabarcoding. This cutting-edge technology identifies ...

Corn, a staple crop introduced by Native Americans, now faces a precarious future due to climate change. This crop, pivotal in global food systems, may see significant yield declines as global warming ...

Approximately 52% of US petroleum imports last year originated from Canada, with the country supplying over four million barrels daily. The US refineries' dependency on this heavy crude is unlikely to ...

Texas Wheat has embarked on a new venture by partnering with the Wheat Genetics Resource Center (WGRC) to push the boundaries of wheat research. This collaboration aims to delve into the ancestral ...

The swine farming industry faces significant risks from disease outbreaks, often spreading rapidly due to the interconnected nature of farms. Traditionally, studies focused on animal movement to ...

The US agricultural trade deficit is forecasted to grow significantly, with the USDA projecting a record $45.5 billion gap for fiscal year 2025. This updated outlook surpasses the previous estimate of ...

A fifth-generation dairy farmer from Genoa recently made a big leap towards sustainability and cost savings through solar power. The farmer, along with his parents, explored solar installations for ...

Following Hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton, farmers in Florida can access support for their recovery efforts. Multiple Farm Recovery Centers will be open across the state during the first two ...

Farm advocacy groups are particularly concerned about climate-related challenges like extreme weather. As Ben Lilliston of the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy stated, “Climate risk is ...

Eligible lands include cropland, rangeland, grassland, pastureland, and private non-industrial forest land. NRCS prioritizes projects that enhance conservation values and protect contiguous ...

Dr. Tommy Butts, a weed scientist from Purdue University, kicked off the event by discussing application technology and its impact on drift and weed control. He highlighted the importance of factors ...