On the production side, dairy farmers continue to face ongoing cost pressures. Feed expenses, labor costs and general operating expenses remain major factors in determining profitability. As a result, ...

Pastures have produced less forage; hay yields have fallen, and feed supplies are expected to remain tight throughout the coming winter season. As a result, producers are searching for cost-effective ...

University of Wisconsin-River Falls junior Jena Hanson of Owatonna, Minnesota, has been selected as Minnesota’s 73rd Princess Kay of the Milky Way, the states ...

Farm families and agricultural business owners can prepare for the future through Cultivating Your Farm’s Future, an interactive virtual program offered by the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division ...

U.S. agriculture is expected to enter 2026 with both opportunities and challenges. Forecasts indicate that overall farm profits will decline modestly as producers face increasing operating expenses ...

USDA projects net farm income to reach about $158.4 billion in 2026. The estimate is higher than earlier forecasts and reflects stronger earnings across several agricultural sectors. Still, income is ...

However, expansion plans vary greatly depending on local conditions. Producers in regions with plentiful forage and strong pasture growth may be ready to rebuild herds. Others facing drought and feed ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking steps to improve how farmers and ranchers access financing. New updates to farm loan programs are designed to reduce processing times, simplify ...

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has confirmed the state’s first equine case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) this year. A 4-year-old grade mare in ...

As September arrives, gardeners begin moving from the busy summer growing season toward fall. Although many crops and flowers are fading, this is an ideal time to evaluate the garden and record ...

John Deere has introduced JD, an AI-powered assistant that enables farmers to gain valuable insights from their operational data through simple conversations. The technology is integrated into the ...

New Holland has strengthened its compact utility tractor offerings with the introduction of three new WORKMASTER™ models. The new WORKMASTER™ 45C, 50C, and 55C combine power, versatility, operator ...