Top Five U.S. 2020/2021 Corn Markets

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Brazil is putting a 20% tariff on all imports of U.S. ethanol once the current quota expires. Read the full story here.

We wanted to remind you that the spreading of manure or other nutrient sources is now prohibited until March 1st. Temporary stockpiling of stackable organic nutrient sources with moisture content of 60% or less is allowed. More here.

The U.S. Grains Council released it's 2020/2021 corn harvest quality report, covering highlights, test results, crop and weather conditions, testing methods, and much more. Read the full report here.

We hope you had a bountiful harvest! Enjoy watching cover crops and small grains grow this winter while attending events virtually to expand your operation and receive CEU's. To view upcoming events, scroll down.

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Hostetter Grain has three grain elevators to serve the local farming community while also offering contracts. Hostetter values each customer and takes the time and effort to develop a marketing strategy to price grain, schedule deliveries, and pay promptly.

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The National Corn Yield Contest rolled out impressive yields despite weather challenges, wildfires, and a pandemic. The yield averaged at 346 bushels per acre. Congratulations to the top Maryland winners.

Read the full press release here.

View national winners here.

View state winners here.

Maryland Farm and Harvest takes a look at how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting agriculture. Jason Scott talks about how his grain farm has been impacted. Watch the episode here.

The free Corn Action App is available for both apple and android devices. The app has recently been updated, be sure to download it and check it out. Learn more about the app here.

For the 2020 Row Crop Challenge, six emerging businesses have been vetted and chosen by a panel of farmers and other industry experts. Read more about the program and the six new tools here.

The Maryland Department of Agriculture is reminding farmers and pesticide applicators that regular use of chlorpyrifos products will be prohibited after December 31st. After the deadline, applicators may request a limited use authorization to be reviewed by the Secretary of Agriculture and granted on a case-by-case basis if there are no effective alternatives available. More here.

The Seeding Rural Resilience Act is legislation aimed at curbing the rising rate of suicide in rural areas. The suicide rate in rural America is 45% higher than in urban areas due to a number of reasons. Anyone experiencing a mental health crisis can call the National Suicide Prevention Line 24/7 at 1-800-273-TALK(8255). Learn more about the act here.

CNN's senior White House correspondent, Jeff Zeleny, discusses the Biden administration on the new episode, "Wherever Jon May Roam." Tune in here.

The Biden administration has nominated Tom Vilsack to lead USDA. Vilsack served eight years in the post under President Obama. More here.

The Delmarva Chicken Association has announced the recipients of its Outstanding Grower awards, honoring 10 farm families in Delmarva's chicken community with recognition as exemplary farmers raising broiler chickens. View the 2020 outstanding growers here.

Research on soybean planting population was conducted. The current recommendation is based on research for minimum tillage systems. Due to more frequent no-till beans and new varieties, research was done at five differnet planting populations. Results are to come, read more here.

MFB has put together a series to address hot topics for Maryland farmers and provide more benefit for their members. These webinars are free for members. If you would like to tune in, a $70 fee will provide access to all webinars. All webinars begin at 7 PM. Register here.

Learn more and register here.

The University of Maryland Extension educators have developed a new virtual morning program for farmers and agriculture industry personnel called "Good Morning Farmer!" You are encouraged to join every week for an hour here.

This year, Delaware Ag Week will be held for an entire month. Session for Agronomy, Risk Management and more. CEU's will be available and more information is to come, learn more here.

Various speakers will discuss grain marketing on January 8th from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Topics will include local and national grain outlook, tax considerations, crop insurance, and agricultural law. Register here.

Earn 1 MD Nutrient Management CEU on January 8th by completing a webinar on the Phosphorus Management Tool. Register here.

USDA's CRP will be open January 4th to February 12th. More information here.

MDA will launch a new pilot program starting January 11th and closes February 5th. The program offers an attractive incentive payment, easy sign-up, and more management options for farmers who want to plant streamside buffers on their farm to improve water quality. Learn more here.

The in-person annual event will be transitioned to a digital experience. We hope to see you online this March! Learn more here.

Farm Credit Foundation Scholarship

The Farm Credit Foundation is offering 10 scholarships worth $10,000 each to students planning to pursue a career in agriculture. Applications are due January 8th. More information can be found here.

Grow Ag Leaders awards more than $500,000 in scholarships to students studying ag-related fields. Grow Ag Leaders asks farmers to endorse high school seniors or college students for a chance to win a $1,500 scholarship. Applications are due January 14th and can be found here.

MACCA Scholarship

The 2021 Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Advisers Scholarship is now open and accepting applications until February 19th. Learn more here.

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