The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has escalated the long-standing debate over the “right to repair” by filing a lawsuit against John Deere, one of the world’s leading agricultural equipment manufacturers. This legal…
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John Deere’s Leap into Autonomy: Addressing Agriculture’s Labor Shortages
In an era where technology intersects with traditional industries, John Deere, a titan in agricultural machinery, has unveiled a new line of autonomous tractors, signaling a significant shift towards smarter farming. This…
Ten Big Stories That Shaped American Agriculture in 2024
The agricultural sector in 2024 was marked by a blend of economic, political, and technological shifts. From the immediate impacts of policy changes under new leadership to the long-term effects of technological…
Big Agribusiness and Illegal Labor: A Modern Parallel to Plantation Practices
In an echo of the past, the modern-day debate over the mass deportation of illegal immigrant workers in the agricultural sector starkly parallels the historical resistance of plantation owners to the abolition…
The Vanishing Billions: Why US Farmers Are Missing Out on Climate-Smart Agriculture Funding
In what should be a golden era for American agriculture, with billions earmarked for climate-smart practices, many farmers across the U.S. are scratching their heads, wondering where all that money has gone….
Farmers Squeezed: High Food Prices, Low Commodity Values
This year, as grocery shelves see unprecedented price hikes for food, the very farmers who produce these goods are witnessing a stark paradox: their commodity prices are plummeting to levels that threaten…
The Dark Side of Green: How Synagro and Big Finance are Pushing Back Against Farmer Rights
Companies that market themselves as “green” are often using this term as a marketing scheme to sell us poison, in this case quite literally. The New York Times recently unveiled a troubling…
The Critical Role of Cybersecurity in Agriculture: A Lesson from Sandhills Global
In today’s digital age, cybersecurity has become a cornerstone for businesses across all sectors, but perhaps none more so than in agriculture, where the integration of technology into farming operations has transformed…
Online Sports Betting Is a Plague Ravishing Rural America
In the heartland of America, where sports are not just games but a way of life, a new kind of plague has taken root: online sports betting. While the issue of gambling…
The Piston Sleeve O-Ring Problem in Case IH Magnum Tractors (2011-2015)
With agricultural machinery, reliability is paramount. However, owners of Case IH Magnum tractors produced between 2011 and 2015 have encountered a persistent issue that has raised concerns over the longevity and resale…