Posted on August 17, 2017
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting similar corn yields to last year’s in Indiana, but many Hoosier farmers aren’t that optimistic. That’s according to the Indiana Farm Bureau.
Heavy rain in April, followed by unseasonable cold weather into May created some challenges. Several farmers say they’re behind in their corn production. Many told the Farm Bureau they had to replant a lot of their corn, with much of it just pollinating now. Corn that was not replanted is thin.
However, farmers in southern Indiana are reporting healthier corn yields, according to the Farm Bureau. Farmers say there’s still a chance that corn production will improve, if weather conditions are favorable.
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Thursday, August 17, 2017
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Rain Delays Planting for Some Crop Farmers
Posted on May 18, 2017
Author Mary Perren, WKVI
Crop farmers are keeping an eye on the sky this week as they attempt to finish planting. The Indiana Farm Bureau estimates half of corn and soybean crops have been planted statewide. President Randy Kron says weather was ideal for most of April, but heavy rains at the end of the month, followed by cooler temperatures halted them in their tracks.
Some farmers have resumed planting, while others are still waiting for fields to dry out. The Indiana Farm Bureau notes fields with drainage tiles in place are less affected by the wet weather.
Another consideration is whether to replant sections of fields most affected by the rain. Most interviewed by the Indiana Farm Bureau are hoping for minimal losses. Factors like adjusting crop maturities due to later-than-anticipated planting are a consideration. Additionally some elite hybrid seeds preferred by farmers may not be available now.
Thunderstorms are possible in spots today and Saturday. From there cooler, drier weather is expected.
Author Mary Perren, WKVI
Crop farmers are keeping an eye on the sky this week as they attempt to finish planting. The Indiana Farm Bureau estimates half of corn and soybean crops have been planted statewide. President Randy Kron says weather was ideal for most of April, but heavy rains at the end of the month, followed by cooler temperatures halted them in their tracks.
Some farmers have resumed planting, while others are still waiting for fields to dry out. The Indiana Farm Bureau notes fields with drainage tiles in place are less affected by the wet weather.
Another consideration is whether to replant sections of fields most affected by the rain. Most interviewed by the Indiana Farm Bureau are hoping for minimal losses. Factors like adjusting crop maturities due to later-than-anticipated planting are a consideration. Additionally some elite hybrid seeds preferred by farmers may not be available now.
Thunderstorms are possible in spots today and Saturday. From there cooler, drier weather is expected.
Monday, May 1, 2017
Farm Bureau Survey Finds Drop in Grocery Prices
Posted on May 1, 2017
Author Mary Perren, WKVI
Grocery prices have dropped significantly over the past year, according to an Indiana Farm Bureau survey.
In Indiana prices are down 14 percent over last year. Nationwide the American Farm Bureau Federation survey finds a decrease of about 6 percent.
American Farm Bureau Federation Director of Market Intelligence John Newton says lower farm-gate prices have led to continued declines in retail prices for livestock products, including eggs, beef, chicken, pork and cheese.
The INFB market basket total of $45.99 for 16 food items is the lowest since 2012, which is when the survey adopted its current shopping list. The same 16 items were $52.61 this time last year.
The survey found 14 of 16 items dropped in price compared to last spring. Cereal and eggs, orange juice and boneless chicken breasts saw the biggest declines.
The survey’s prices compared to a year ago are:
The INFB survey is part of a nationwide survey compiled by the American Farm Bureau Federation from data supplied by state Farm Bureaus.
AFBF has been conducting the informal quarterly market basket survey of retail food price trends since 1989. The series includes a spring survey, summer cookout survey, fall survey and Thanksgiving survey. A total of 117 shoppers (11 of them from Indiana) in 31 states participated in the latest survey, conducted in March.
Author Mary Perren, WKVI
Grocery prices have dropped significantly over the past year, according to an Indiana Farm Bureau survey.
In Indiana prices are down 14 percent over last year. Nationwide the American Farm Bureau Federation survey finds a decrease of about 6 percent.
American Farm Bureau Federation Director of Market Intelligence John Newton says lower farm-gate prices have led to continued declines in retail prices for livestock products, including eggs, beef, chicken, pork and cheese.
The INFB market basket total of $45.99 for 16 food items is the lowest since 2012, which is when the survey adopted its current shopping list. The same 16 items were $52.61 this time last year.
The survey found 14 of 16 items dropped in price compared to last spring. Cereal and eggs, orange juice and boneless chicken breasts saw the biggest declines.
The survey’s prices compared to a year ago are:
- Cereal, down $1.11 to 2.04 for a 10-ounce box.
- Eggs, down $1.04 per dozen to $1.22.
- Orange juice, down 82 cents to $2.80/half gallon.
- Boneless chicken breasts, down 77 cents to $2.59/pound.
- Vegetable oil, down 68 cents to $1.79 for a 32-ounce bottle.
- Sirloin tip roast, down 67 cents/pound to $4.89.
- Whole milk, down 51 cents to $2.27/gallon.
- Ground chuck, down 49 cents to $3.83/pound.
- Potatoes, down 26 cents per 5-pound bag to $2.47.
- White bread, down 24 cents per 20-ounce loaf to $1.26.
- Bacon, down 17 cents to $4.68/pound.
- Flour, down 16 cents per 5-pound bag to $2.15.
- Apples, down 8 cents to $1.79/pound.
- Shredded cheddar cheese, down 4 cents per pound to $4.08.
- Sliced deli ham, up 37 cents to $6.02/pound.
- Bagged salad mix, up 5 cents to $2.11/pound.
The INFB survey is part of a nationwide survey compiled by the American Farm Bureau Federation from data supplied by state Farm Bureaus.
AFBF has been conducting the informal quarterly market basket survey of retail food price trends since 1989. The series includes a spring survey, summer cookout survey, fall survey and Thanksgiving survey. A total of 117 shoppers (11 of them from Indiana) in 31 states participated in the latest survey, conducted in March.
Saturday, April 9, 2016
Purdue Agricultural Research Now Available in Mobile Format
Farmers now have access to some of the latest agricultural research, from the convenience of their smartphones. Purdue Extension is releasing a series of articles focusing on soil and water in a mobile-friendly format.
According to the Indiana Farm Bureau, the new mobile series is a result of the Nutrient Management/Soil Health Strategy developed through a partnership between Purdue Extension and Indiana’s ag groups. A big part of the strategy is to take current research and put it into a format that’s easy for farmers and their consultants to use. The thought is, if farmers can access that information more easily, they will be better able to improve their practices to reduce the loss of nutrients to water.
The first articles in the new “Soil and Water” series can be found here.
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