Iowa Hunger Coalition urges governor to accept ‘Summer EBT’ in 2025
Representatives from the Iowa Hunger Coalition have met with state officials, hoping to convince Governor Kim Reynolds Iowa should participate in a federal program next summer that provides extra food […]
New data program helping Nebraska farmers be efficient with water management
A west-central Nebraska farmer says a new water data program is helping farmers get a better understanding of their water usage. Joe Wahlgren, with the Twin Platte Natural Resources District, […]
Have an old crop exit strategy
An extension ag economist says commodity prices aren’t expected to get much better before harvest and farmers should have an exit strategy for their old crop. Chad Hart with Iowa […]
Steady year-over-year growth for MO FFA
The National FFA Organization has reached one-million members and some of that growth is coming from Missouri. Jackson Rhine, a vice president from southwest Missouri, tells Brownfield the growth is […]
Michigan climate-smart farm label in development
A climate-smart USDA pilot project is creating a label Michigan farmers can use to direct market their products. Taste the Local Difference Marketing Director Christina Marbury is helping to develop […]
Soybean aphid pressure intensifying
Soybean aphid infestations are surging throughout the Upper Midwest. Syngenta agronomic services rep Jesse Grote says populations are growing fast. “Especially up in northern Iowa. So it’s prime time to […]
Michigan Cattlemen’s Foundation established
The Michigan Cattlemen’s Association has formed a foundation to support young producers in the state. Immediate Past President Dave Girton tells Brownfield, “The ultimate mission of the foundation is to […]
Preparing for not-so-great corn and soy returns
A farmer’s balance sheet is expected to get tighter heading into 2025 as input prices are on the rise and commodity prices continue to decline. Hunter Biram at the University […]
White mold pressure persistent in Michigan
White mold concerns are widespread among Michigan farmers. Shiawassee County’s Mark Senk tells Brownfield last year’s outbreak left a lasting impact. “We’ve had ample rain all season, at times we’re […]
Local governments slow to seek Wisconsin road improvement dollars
A State Senator is disappointed in the small number of applications for Wisconsin’s Agricultural Road Improvement Program funding. Howard Marklein tells Brownfield with the large number of town and county […]
