agriculture

Farmer sentiment hit its most positive level since May of 2021.

Notably, 70 percent of producers said they believe the increased use of tariffs will ultimately benefit the ag economy in the long term.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 26 percent of Indiana’s corn and 25 percent of its soybeans have been planted as of May 4.

The bill, HEA 1149, passed both chambers with overwhelming support.

Lawmakers want Indiana to create a “one-stop-shop” for Hoosier farmers to be able to search for necessary government information and learn about state and federal funding opportunities and requirements.

Seymour based Rose Acre Farms confirmed the outbreak to Hoosier Ag Today in a statement.

Braun's agenda focused on five areas: tax relief, government efficiency, workforce development, health care and public safety.

Corn stover are the stalks, leaves and husks leftover after corn is harvested. When rotting on the ground, it releases the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide — but it could be made into biofuel.

The study also noted the majority of agricultural land near solar and wind farms remains in farming despite the expansion of renewable energy projects.

This could mark the second year in a row that the 2018 Farm Bill gets extended.