Ag Issues
The Long and Short of Unemployment Rates
Jun 23, 2009 10:50 AM | By Dave Kohl
The agricultural industry is very exposed to the outcomes resulting from higher unemployment. USDA statistics indicate that over 70% of American producers are reporting non-farm income on their tax returns... More
Caution Flag for Ag Economy
Jun 23, 2009 10:45 AM | By Kent Thiesse
For many Midwest farm operators, 2009 is turning into one of the most stressful years in farming during the past couple of decades. Obviously, crop producers in Illinois, Indiana, northern Minnesota and other areas are facing potential crop losses in 2009 ... More
How Lenders Contribute to an Economic Crisis
Jun 16, 2009 10:59 AM | By Dave Kohl
Many agriculturalists are watching for signs of the next crisis in agriculture. For the most part, the regulated banks and Farm Credit System, while showing some signs of credit deterioration, are still solvent and positioned to do business with qualified borrowers. ... More
Doc, Should I Fix It?
Jun 9, 2009 9:41 AM | By Dave Kohl
The questions’ central focus has been: “Should I fix my interest rates in light of the recent run up of long-term rates?”... More
Ag Issues News
USDA APPROVES GUARANTEED LOAN FOR COMMERCIAL-SCALE BIODIESEL PRODUCTION PLANT
Jun 29, 2009 2:26 PM
WASHINGTON, June 24, 2009 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that USDA Rural Development has approved a $25 million loan to enable a Minnesota biodiesel facility to diversify its operations and significantly... More
Climate bill passes House narrowly, heads to Senate
Jun 29, 2009 12:03 PM | By David Bennett, Farm Press Editorial Staff
After robust debate Friday, June 26, the House of Representatives passed cap and trade legislation by a narrow margin, 212 to 219. Over 40 Democrats voted with Republicans against the bill. Eight Republicans crossed the aisle to vote for the 1,300-page bill, now headed to the Senate where another close vote is expected... More
Washington Policy
USDA APPROVES GUARANTEED LOAN FOR COMMERCIAL-SCALE BIODIESEL PRODUCTION PLANT
Jun 29, 2009 2:26 PM
WASHINGTON, June 24, 2009 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that USDA Rural Development has approved a $25 million loan to enable a Minnesota biodiesel facility to diversify its operations and significantly... More
Climate bill passes House narrowly, heads to Senate
Jun 29, 2009 12:03 PM | By David Bennett, Farm Press Editorial Staff
After robust debate Friday, June 26, the House of Representatives passed cap and trade legislation by a narrow margin, 212 to 219. Over 40 Democrats voted with Republicans against the bill. Eight Republicans crossed the aisle to vote for the 1,300-page bill, now headed to the Senate where another close vote is expected... More
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