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Focus on proven agronomy in downturn

The outreach agronomist with the Illinois Soybean Association says farmers should focus on proven agronomic practices during the economic downturn. Stephanie Porter says many farmers are looking at cost saving measures next season. “I guess most importantly, there’s a lot of possibly biased agronomy... Read More.

Iowa job losses connected to downturn in farm economy

The down farm economy is taking a toll on employment in at least one Midwestern state. Iowa Farm Bureau economics and research manager Christopher Pudenz says recent analysis shows the downturn could claim more than 11,000 jobs in the state. “With a $1.5 billion... Read More.