Census of Agriculture data says across rural America, the percentage of farm operations or operator residences with internet access increased from 75.4% in 2017 to 78.7% in 2022.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture is underway, providing a comprehensive database on farming and ranching in every state. The national average for diesel fell 7.9 cents in the past week.
Scenes coming out of Florida in the wake of Hurricane Ian are all too familiar. Water everywhere. Trees down. Buildings demolished. Lives taken, uprooted and devastated.
President Biden's plan to conserve 30% of U.S. land and water by 2030. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack is pleased with Mexico’s decision to extend the deadline for U.S. organic exports.
** An extension business management specialist says building employer leadership will help ensure farm operations successfully recruit and retain ag labor.
Betty Berning with the University of Minnesota tells Brownfield a strong U.S. economy has resulted in a dwindling workforce for many farmers, especially those in dairy and specialty crop production...