Farm News & Views

Farm News and Views - March 1, 2022

March 01, 2022 16:45 - 3 minutes - 19.5 MB

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is affecting commodity futures markets for both corn and wheat, and could affect fertilizer prices if an embargo goes into place. And a recent report points out the downside of confined feeding operations that can house hundreds of animals in small areas.

Farm News & Views - February 22, 2022

February 22, 2022 17:15 - 4 minutes - 20.2 MB

New research shows corn ethanol and other biofuels are not cutting carbon emissions overall, soil loss from cultivated cropland in the U.S. continues to be a problem, and recently published data show that 2021 saw the highest level of U.S. agricultural exports ever.

Farm News & Views - February 15, 2022

February 15, 2022 16:24 - 3 minutes - 19.6 MB

Fertilizer and herbicide costs skyrocket for farmers, product innovation aims to curb methane emissions from cattle, and the Colorado State University Extension offers presentations on a variety of agriculture-related topics for local producers.

Farm News & Views - February 8, 2022

February 08, 2022 17:08 - 3 minutes - 20.1 MB

USDA reports show that fewer cows will likely lead to higher beef costs, while the overall farm economy might be more robust than expected. Climate change leads to higher insurance payments to farmers for floods and drought, and vertical farming starts to see some investment.

Farm News & Views - February 1st, 2022

February 01, 2022 17:08 - 3 minutes - 20.2 MB

A dry January brings back drought concerns, water managers across the Southwest continue to make tough decisions, and the Colorado Agricultural Drought Advisors will offer a drought training program for farmers and ranchers.

Farm News & Views - January 25, 2022

January 25, 2022 16:43 - 3 minutes - 20.2 MB

Good economic conditions in agriculture led to the lowest non-real estate agriculture lending in nearly a decade, John Deere demonstrates their first fully autonomous tractor, and the EPA will now consider the Endangered Species Act when evaluating new pesticides.

Farm News & Views - January 18, 2022

January 18, 2022 14:27 - 3 minutes - 19.6 MB

Trump administration tariffs result in billions paid to U.S. agricultural producers, meat costs fall while overall food costs are rising, the Colorado State University Extension is offering webinars on gardening, and a look at local precipitation in 2021.

Farm News & Views - January 11, 2022

January 11, 2022 18:48 - 3 minutes - 19.5 MB

Survey of agricultural producers shows positive outlook but lingering concerns, records indicate Denver received less precipitation than Death Valley in the last six months of 2021, and fast food restaurants continue to offer new plant-based menu options.

Farm News & Views - January 4, 2022

January 04, 2022 16:31 - 3 minutes - 20.2 MB

Opportunities and threats to agricultural businesses in the new year, including the prospect of cultivated "artificial" meat products and their potential impact on farmers and ranchers.

Farm News & Views - December 28, 2021

December 28, 2021 17:42 - 4 minutes - 20.2 MB

Drought dominates agricultural conversations in 2021, farm income is expected to be $22 billion more in 2022 than it was in 2020, and an innovation in Iowa is using livestock manure and chopped corn stalks to convert the corn residue into biomethane gas for energy.

Farm News & Views - December 21, 2021

December 21, 2021 17:00 - 4 minutes - 20.2 MB

Americans are eating at home more through the pandemic, why higher land prices concern farmers, and why a new Green Revolution based on soil resilience is important right now.

Farm News & Views - December 14, 2021

December 14, 2021 16:49 - 3 minutes - 20.2 MB

Snowpack in the region is up significantly after last week's storm, grocery prices are climbing at their fastest pace since 2008, a company plans to produce carbon reduced chickens that will be partially raised on food waste diverted from grocery stores, and some food companies are making climate claims to consumers who are concerned about the environmental impact of products they buy.

Farm News & Views - December 7, 2021

December 07, 2021 15:27 - 3 minutes - 19.6 MB

Southwest Colorado has the lowest snowpack in 22 years with about 30% of the normal snow for this time of year, Denver has gone 229 days without measurable snowfall, breaking a record that dates back to 1882, and Christmas tree growers are ready for a big season in 2021.

Farm News & Views - November 30, 2021

November 30, 2021 17:21 - 4 minutes - 20.2 MB

Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act introduced in the Senate to address the lack of competition in the meat packing industry, beekeepers work to control Varroa mites and the diseases they carry, USDA continues to payout millions of dollars to producers who may not have benefited from the initial aid offered following the corona virus pandemic.

Farm News & Views - November 23, 2021

November 23, 2021 18:36 - 4 minutes - 20.2 MB

Wheat futures prices rise to their highest level in nine years, a survey of rural bank CEOs yields interesting results, and Bob's annual look at the price of a typical Thanksgiving meal.

Farm News & Views - November 16, 2021

November 16, 2021 16:45 - 3 minutes - 20.2 MB

Agriculture was a bit of a contentious topic at the recent Glasgow Climate Summit, domestic production of fish could lower carbon footprint for fish consumption, hemp production shifts from CBD oil to the production of fiber for building materials, and Congress looks into the lack of competition in the meat packing industry.

Farm News & Views - November 9, 2021

November 09, 2021 17:41 - 3 minutes - 20.2 MB

Food prices, especially meat, are on the rise. Farmers are feeling the economic squeeze of higher input costs. And a couple weed species are starting to become immune to popular herbicides.

Farm News & Views - November 2, 2021

November 02, 2021 17:07 - 3 minutes - 20.2 MB

How much does animal agriculture contribute to greenhouse gas emissions? Also, fertilizer prices may impact U.S. corn production, and a look at the link between obesity and USDA budgets.

Farm News & Views - October 26, 2021

October 26, 2021 18:24 - 3 minutes - 20.2 MB

Demand for soybean production for biodiesel fuels will likely ramp up in coming years. But where will the cropland come from? And a recent report indicates that the U.S. agricultural economy has generally remained strong as elevated commodity prices continue to support farm incomes.

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