Kentucky crops a mixed bag thanks to excess rain, so far
Some crops have suffered more than others. Hay producers have had difficulties getting their first and now second cuttings complete, while tobacco producers may be looking at reduced yields. (See also our state-by-state crop progress reports)
Illinois farmer cited with illegal dumping dies in 2-vehicle crash
The illegal dump site on a deceased farmer’s land at the DuPage River near Plainfield, Ill., will be cleaned of garbage, a spokesman for the Will County State’s Attorney said July 15.
Ohio swine herds on the rebound thanks to PED virus preparation
The porcine epidemic diarrhea (PED) virus that hit pork producers hard last year was expected to leave a horrible, lasting effect. But the USDA is reporting a 16 percent year-over-year increase in the Ohio pig population.
Notre Dame prof: Rigorous SNAP studies would yield accurate data
When agronomists evaluate crop yield impact from inputs, such as fertilizer, they compare test plots with a control field. Lack of a control group for the federal SNAP program creates a barrier to evaluating the program’s impact, according to researchers testifying last week to the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition.
