Combining remote sensing with field observations helped pinpoint an irrigation problem in a unique farming competition field

Rising energy costs in irrigation present challenges for farmers as water scarcity creates a costly cycle, but innovative programs like LEMAs demonstrate sustainable solutions that...

The latest USDA Outlook for U.S. Agricultural Trade projects U.S. agricultural exports at $170.5 billion for fiscal year 2025.

State water law shapes agricultural water rights and impacts sustainable use across the United States.

ARC and PLC provide financial protection against significant drops in crop prices or revenues.

Thanks to new scientific knowledge, we can now determine evapotranspiration rates in order to develop information for precision irrigation.

High dependency on reliable water access makes rural economies particularly vulnerable to agricultural water-related risks.

Created by experts from the University of Minnesota, Michigan State, and the PSA, the tool lets farmers quickly assess hazards.

Globally, drivers for increasing water demands include changing weather and hydrologic conditions, as well as higher population growth rates.

For Peterson, farming is more than a profession. It’s a lifestyle deeply rooted in family and personal values.