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Pastures need TLC

Pasture decline is typically linked to imbalances in soil fertility, grazing interval length and species composition. Quantifying rest periods, monitoring residual heights and correcting nutrient deficiencies can rapidly improve stand vigor. This article outlines the core management levers that most influence forage yield, persistence and nutrient-use efficiency.
January 20, 2026
Lynn Grooms

A warm, dry fall followed by sudden near‑record snowfall has left many Midwest pastures at higher risk for winterkill.


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Federal estate tax and gift tax limits announced for 2026

Estate and gift tax thresholds will shift again in 2026, offering time for farm families to pause and think about the future. Even in states with their own estate or inheritance taxes, the real work of succession planning is less about numbers and more about protecting the legacy built over generations. Starting early gives families room to talk, prepare and shape a transition for those involved.
January 19, 2026
Paul Goeringer

New federal estate and gift tax limits for 2026 are set, making this a good time to revisit your long‑term transition plan.


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Why didn’t it ferment?

Silage rarely fails to ferment; instead, shifts in moisture, packing density, crop maturity or epiphytic microbial load alter the dominant fermentation pathways. These deviations show up as unexpected ratios of lactic, acetic and butyric acids or as elevated pH.
January 16, 2026
Keith A. Bryan

When silage analyses show atypical acid profiles or pH behavior, the assumption is often that fermentation failed. In most cases, fermentation occurred, but microbial activity was redirected by moisture, substrate availability or oxygen dynamics.


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February 2026 new product rollout

January 15, 2026

Check out the latest products from Montana State University Extension, Loveland Products, JCB and more.


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Equipment Hub: Perfect planting for spring

A planter or drill that isn’t level or is running on worn openers, closers or coulters can’t deliver consistent seed depth. Rough seedbeds only magnify the problem, causing equipment to rise and fall and leaving seeds too shallow or too deep. Calibration and a smooth surface set the stage for uniform emergence and solid stands.
January 12, 2026
Andy Overbay

Perfect seed placement starts long before the seed hits the soil. From leveling your planter to smoothing the seedbed, small adjustments now prevent big problems later.


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David Williams joins Rock River Laboratory as global sales director

An accomplished leader, Williams will advise the newly expanded agronomic team.
January 9, 2026

Rock River Laboratory Inc., an international provider of agricultural analysis, data management tools and model development, announced Jan. 8, 2026, the hiring of David Williams as global sales director to lead its expanded agronomy sales team.


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Equipment Hub: Do I need new tires or new rims?

Tires may be the most visible sign of wear, but rims can fail and compromise performance. When tread shortens, clearance issues and ground strikes become real risks, sometimes making a rim change as necessary as new rubber.
January 8, 2026
Andy Overbay

Tread wear is easy to spot, but rims can quietly fail beneath the surface. Knowing when to replace both ensures your tractor stays safe, efficient and ready for the work ahead.


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Measuring silage packing density is important for high-quality feed

Proper packing is important to high‑quality silage because it removes oxygen and supports the fermentation process that preserves nutrients. Southern Idaho studies show that nearly half of silage piles fail to reach the recommended 14 pounds of dry matter per cubic foot, increasing the risk of spoilage, seepage and dry matter loss.
January 6, 2026
Steven Hines

Packing density can make or break corn silage quality, yet many southern Idaho operations still struggle to hit the minimum standard.


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January 1, 2026 Progressive Forage digital magazine

January 1, 2026

The latest issue of Progressive Forage magazine is available. To view, make sure you're logged into your agproud.com account. If you do not have access, click "Subscribe" in the top-right corner of agproud.com to add permission to view.


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Irons in the Fire: Contentment

Every sport season brings its own anticipation, but early winter is unmatched. It’s the perfect overlap, a personal version of the Olympic rings, where all passions meet.
December 31, 2025
Paul Marchant

Call it obsession or passion, but sports have a way of pulling people in. From casual fandom to full-throttle devotion, many can’t resist the rhythm of the seasons.


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