NCC Breaks record for fall enrollment

SHELDON, IA – – Northwest Iowa Community College in Sheldon has set a record Fall enrollment of 1,907 students, making this the largest fall class since the college’s founding in […]

Variable early harvest results in southern IL

A southern Illinois agronomist says many farmers in his area remain optimistic about the crop despite seeing mixed early harvest results. John Pike, who’s based in Williamson County, tells Brownfield… […]

Consider a defensive approach to grain marketing

The chief commodities economist with StoneX Group says farmers should consider a defensive approach to grain marketing as commodity prices remain lower than previous years. Arlan Suderman tells Brownfield “it’s […]

Getting serious about a new farm bill

The president of the National Farmers Union says lawmakers are getting more serious about getting a new farm bill completed this year. Rob Larew tells Brownfield high engagement with leaders […]

Pork, wheat export sales up on week

The USDA says pork export sales saw a solid improvement during the week ending September 5th. That week-to-week jump in pork export sales was led by better demand from several […]