View From the Farm

<p>Talking about the dry weather for harvest, a drought and pasture update, and a look at the estate tax and how it can impact family farms.</p>

<p>With harvest rolling, Ben takes a look at harvest progress numbers, drought conditions and shares updates from a farmer on his expectations for the crop. Plus, with Pork Month coming up, a look at the pork...

<p>Ben talks about his recent trip out West, and the variety of agriculture he saw. Plus an update on drought and weather conditions, harvest on the doorstep, and a look at farmer consumer education and outreach...

<p>The latest Cattle on Feed numbers indicate heifer retention and cattle industry expansion haven’t started on a national scale yet. Also, looking at hot weather and whether soybeans’ modest climb might be the start of...

<p>Breaking down the latest WASDE report and what it says about projected corn and soybean production, plus a look at flooding along the major rivers and updates on the crops and pastures.</p>

<p>The USDA released the latest planting numbers, and it included surprising totals for corn acreage. Also, a summer travel look at the Pony Express Museum and its history, a youth in livestock feature, and cooling...

<p>Ben is in a good mood after a nice, timely rain on the farm. Taking a broader look at weather conditions and crop progress, then a dive into what the numbers say about productivity trends for the last 70 years of...

<p>Taking stock of the crops and markets as hot weather arrives, plus a look at farm conservation and land stewardship, land drainage management strategies, bagged feed use in dairies, and wishing a happy Fathers Day to...

<p>Taking a look at how American and European agriculture compare, as well as how recent rains have slowed planting progress. Plus a report on a livestock auctioneer contest and a look at farm radio. </p>

<p>Planting got off to a quick start, but a rainy weather pattern may slow things down for a while. Also, diving into cattle on feed numbers and what they show about trying to get cattle industry expansion going. </p>

<p>Talking about early spring planting trends, land values, and farm history through the lens of the Mississippi River and a Century Farm. Plus some weed control talk. </p>

<p>Setting the table for spring planting as April arrives, a good Easter weekend, and a look at irrigation trends.</p>

<p>Talking about virtual fence and the potential it could have to save labor on strip grazing systems, as well as a cover crop update, driving farm equipment on rural roads and a look at farm labor. </p>

<p>Taking a look at farm profitability expectations across the sectors of agriculture, and what could drive them up or down. Also, talking about rural vitality and the importance of healthy small towns.</p>

<p>March’s arrival brings anticipation of spring. Taking a look at livestock and crop market news, export trends, dry conditions, as well as a profile of the Missouri Soybean Association president and a look at classes...