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illinoisagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Thursday, April 24, 2025
By Andi Anderson
As breeding season nears, it’s important to evaluate key factors that may be lowering beef cow conception rates. Managing both bulls and cows properly can significantly increase reproductive success.
Start by ensuring bull fertility. Every breeding bull should receive a breeding soundness exam and semen check annually.
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indianaagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Thursday, April 24, 2025
By Andi Anderson
NovaSource Power Services has been chosen to manage operations and maintenance for the 1.6-gigawatt Mammoth Solar project in Indiana. This agrivoltaic project combines clean energy production with agricultural land use, offering benefits to both farmers and the energy grid.
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ohioagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Thursday, April 24, 2025
By Andi Anderson
As spring takes hold in Georgia, livestock graze happily on cool-season grasses. But the arrival of spring also signals the need to plan ahead—particularly for the hot and dry “dog days” of summer. During this time, forage availability often declines, putting stress on both livestock and pastures.
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michiganagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Thursday, April 24, 2025
By Andi Anderson
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has opened the next round of funding through its Underserved, Value-Added, and Regional Food Systems Grant Program.
Grant proposals must be submitted by 5 p.m. EST on June 11, 2025, via the MiAgGrants system.
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1 day ago | 
illinoisagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Thursday, April 24, 2025
By Andi Anderson
The American Soybean Association (ASA) and Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) have opened nominations for their 2025 board elections. These roles offer soybean producers a chance to shape future agricultural policies and programs.
The ASA is accepting applications for three board positions. Directors can serve up to three three-year terms.
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1 day ago | 
michiganagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Thursday, April 24, 2025
By Andi Anderson
A new Michigan State University (MSU) study reveals that farmers can grow crops and produce solar power on the same land, a practice known as agrivoltaics. The research, spanning 25 years of California farmland, found that farmers using solar panels earned more money per acre without compromising food production.
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indianaagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Thursday, April 24, 2025
By Andi Anderson
A bill offering major tax incentives for small nuclear power plants is moving forward in Indiana, raising debate among lawmakers about spending priorities. House Bill 1007, now on the governor’s desk, allows companies manufacturing small modular reactors to claim a 20% tax credit—amounting to at least $280 million.
Some legislators, like Rep.
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2 days ago | 
iowaagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
By Andi Anderson
Julia McGuire, a beekeeper and educator from West Des Moines, Iowa, is leading efforts to advance sustainable beekeeping through educational tools and community-building programs.
With over 15 years of experience managing hives and organizing local bee clubs, she’s now using SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education) grants to support beekeepers across Iowa.
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indianaagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
By Andi Anderson
As Earth Day is observed across the globe, recent survey findings show that most people in Indiana support action to address climate change. This includes cutting carbon pollution and making communities more resilient to extreme weather.
The Hoosier Life Survey, conducted by Indiana University in 2019, asked residents their views on a range of environmental issues.
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2 days ago | 
indianaagconnection.com | Andi Anderson
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
By Andi Anderson
Raising a market hog, also called a show pig, can feel overwhelming at first — especially for new showmen. But once you learn the basic skills, it becomes much easier and very rewarding.
Selection:
Choosing the right hog is the first and most important step.
