Apple harvest wraps up in Michigan
Harvest is progressing at a rapid pace. The USDA says Michigan’s corn crop is rated 69 percent good to excellent with 62 percent harvested for grain. Soybeans are 91percent harvested. Winter wheat planting […]
Rep. Hinson seeks federal foreign ag land ownership solution
U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says the U.S. needs a federal solution that bans purchases of American farmland by foreign entities. The Iowa Republican says she’s specifically concerned about purchases made […]
Economist says legislation requiring dairy processing cost figures awaits farm bill
An American Farm Bureau Federation economist is one of the farmer advocates hoping Congress puts language into the next farm bill requiring dairy processors to reveal their cost of production. […]
Drones have quickly become more cost effective
A U.S. drone manufacturer says for many farmers, agricultural drones are now more cost-effective than traditional machinery. Arthur Erickson with Hylio Drones tells Brownfield drones have quickly gone from having […]
Indiana State Veterinarian named as Purdue Veterinary Dean and Hospital CEO
Indiana’s state veterinarian will join Purdue as the next dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and as the university’s Veterinary Hospital CEO. Dr. Bret Marsh is a Purdue University […]
Chilly temps and rain may put damper on Iowa trick-or-treaters
Most kids hate to go trick-or-treating while having to wear a winter coat that covers up their spooky costume, but that might be necessary in parts of Iowa this week. […]
Renewable Fuels Association applauds California for directing expedited approval of E15
The president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association says the fast track of E15 in the country’s largest gasoline market will directly benefit farmers and consumers. Geoff Cooper says […]
Northeast Nebraska farmer pleased with harvest results
A northeast Nebraska farmer says she’s been pleased with harvest results. Debbie Borg tells Brownfield… “We had such timely rains up until August and so it was just a lot […]
Cash dairy prices stable with little trading Monday
Cash dairy prices were mostly steady Monday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey has been unchanged at $0.6025 for a week. No sales were recorded again Monday. Forty-pound cheese […]
The National FFA Organization announces 2024 American Star Award Winners
Photo provided by the National FFA Organization. The National FFA Organization has recognized four students with its top honor, the American Star Awards. Paul Oliver of Georgia was awarded as […]
