Researchers assess U S corn quality versus foreign rivals
University of Illinois researchers led by agricultural economist Lowell Hill compare U S corn with Argentina and South Africa grain to explain why foreign buyers sometimes pay premiums for non U S sources. They find kernel crumbling at handling as the main objection and note export shares exceed a quarter of U S corn production.
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U S Farm Study Links Corn Shatter Risk and Drying Rates
Hill notes that corn fragility varies by variety and drying method. The US team will trace shipments from farms in South Africa and Argentina to Europe, sampling grain to compare with US shipments and identify causes such as genetics and climate. Potential fix includes premium prices for slowly dried, non shattering grain.
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Too garlicky wheat can feed livestock says extension adviser
Jackson County Extension Adviser Robert W. Frank says wheat with excess garlic is suitable for hogs and cattle, comparable to corn in energy and protein. He advises crude cracking, limiting wheat to half the swine and dairy rations, and a third for beef cattle to avoid palatability issues and acidosis.
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Perry district runner-up in Goodyear Conservation Award
Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District earned runner-up honors at the Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts annual meeting held July 26 to 28 in Springfield. Sam Robb of Pinckneyville High School won the State Conservation Teacher of the Year. Five district directors and staff attended the meeting.
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