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Ned Birkey's coverage predominantly focuses on local agriculture and farming in Monroe, Michigan. With a high percentage of cited data and industry-specific content, he is likely to be interested in pitches that offer concrete data or insights into the agricultural sector specific to his geographic area.
Given the localized nature of Ned's reporting, sources with first-hand knowledge of agricultural trends and developments in Monroe County would be well-received. Pitches offering expert analysis or projections related to crop budgets, farm tax laws, pesticide classes, and the performance of the ag economy within this region are likely to resonate with him.
Considering his focus on investment analysis as well as agriculture & farming themes, pitches providing financial insights tied to local farming practices may also capture his interest.
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By: Ned Birkey
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to watch farming neighbors and friends who may seem overly worried about the weather, planting delays, financing or other issues. Farming can be rewarding, but uncertainty, rising costs and isolation can take a toll on mental and physical health.
By: Ned Birkey
Soybean stand assessment needs to be done after soybeans emerge, more critical this year because of the planting delay and crop insurance deadlines.
By: Ned Birkey
Having a safe and healthy environment for children on farms is important even with the busy work that must be done with crops and livestock.
It is more profitable to cut wheat early and dry it down rather than waiting and having it rain, as wheat can lose up to one pound of test weight per day and have increased falling number issues.
By: Ned Birkey
Organic farming is the best agricultural approach for pollinators to thrive.
Corn rootworm development can be partially forecast by when fireflies come out. I first noticed them on June 28, which means that the timing is right for corn rootworm to begin feeding
By: Ned Birkey
Most ant species are beneficial, from aerating the soil, preying on pests, recycling organic matter, dispersing seeds and contributing to a healthy garden ecosystem.
Luckily, strong scents by some common garden plants can somewhat help block the scent of receptors that the bugs use to find us.
By: Ned Birkey
Cool season crops include spinach, lettuce, radishes, broccoli, green onions, carrots, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and turnips.
By: Ned Birkey
Composting is something many homeowners talk about doing to improve their flower or vegetable gardens soils.
