Equipment breakdowns have always been part of farming, but today, the repair bills and downtime can feel unbearable. With parts prices soaring, dealer labor rates climbing, and right-to-repair battles heating up, farmers are feeling the squeeze every time a machine quits.
Farmers may be tightening their wallets, but their optimism is holding strong. Despite cutting back on equipment and fertilizer spending, new data shows farmer sentiment is the highest it’s been in four years.
China’s renewed commitment to purchase millions of tons of U.S. soybeans has farm country buzzing with optimism. But as past trade deals have shown, promises from Beijing don’t always sprout into reality.
As harvest season wraps up, don’t overlook the unharvested crop in your crop residues. With FERTIL HUMUS, you can transform leftover stubble into a powerful soil-building tool. This carbon-based, microbial-enhancing solution breaks down residues, recycles nutrients, and strengthens soil structure, all while saving on fertilizer and tillage costs.
Tempers flared across the beef belt last week as news broke that the U.S. may import Argentine beef, and ranchers weren’t having it. What followed felt like an old western saloon brawl between cowboys and politicians, complete with economic punches, market swings, and a whole lot of pride on the line.
When Arkansas grower Steve Walmsley tested Huma’s carbon-based products on his corn and rice fields, the difference was clear: healthier plants, higher yields, and stronger ROI. By replacing parts of his dry fertilizer program with Huma’s MCT-powered solutions, he achieved better nutrient uptake and yield without increasing costs.
Ever wonder why farmers grow the crops they do? From soil type and climate to markets and processing plants, a wide range of factors influence what ends up in each field.
October is National Cooperative Month, a time to recognize the organizations that keep rural communities thriving. From providing essential services to marketing crops and supplying inputs, cooperatives embody the power of working together. Their member-owned model ensures that success is shared, making cooperation truly the foundation that grows communities.
Advances in crop genetics are transforming how farmers approach nutrient management. Improved seed resilience, higher yield potential, and changing plant behaviors mean that fertility programs must evolve too. As genetics drive progress across the farm, understanding how nutrition supports those genetics is key to maximizing productivity and sustainability
Phosphorus fertilizer prices are at record highs, but Huma Super Phos® offers a smarter solution. With Micro Carbon Technology®, Super Phos® delivers higher nutrient efficiency while saving growers up to 25% per pound of P₂O₅ compared to DAP or MAP.
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