Having a dialog better than a debate if political issues come up at Thanksgiving
The advice has always been to avoid discussions of politics and religion at the dinner table. University of Iowa professor Michelle Williams says that may be easier said than done […]
Federal officials expected to require H5N1 milk testing
A veterinarian and animal disease researcher says he’s expecting federal officials to require milk testing for the avian influenza virus. Dr. Keith Poulsen with the University of Wisconsin’s Veterinary Diagnostic […]
Grassley looks favorably at nomination of Rollins for Ag Secretary
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says he looks favorably on the nomination of Brooke Rollins to be the next Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Iowa Republican tells Brownfield […]
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Corn growers exploring new uses
Corn growers are supporting new uses of their commodity. Jeff Scates, chairman of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, says expanding the use of corn can bring added profitability to farmers. […]
Minnesota Farm Bureau names Dorenkamp Ag Communicator of the Year
Brownfield Ag News anchor/reporter Mark Dorenkamp was named the 2024 Minnesota Farm Bureau Ag Communicator of the Year during the organization’s 106th Annual Meeting on Nov. 22 in Minnetonka. Dorenkamp […]
Grassley says Trump’s 25% tariffs may be linked to renegotiating USMCA
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says the tariffs President-elect Trump previously imposed on China pressured China to agree to buy U.S. ag commodities, but Grassley says the new tariffs Trump has […]
Episode 36 – 13 Reasons Why Part Two

Katie Vander Zwaag from Creative Living Center continues the conversation around the book and series “13 Reasons Why” by talking about 13 reasons why not.
Badgert Crops and Soils Update Meeting
Brownfield’s Larry Lee will cover the Badgert Crops and Soils Update meeting in Eau Claire, WI. The post Badgert Crops and Soils Update Meeting appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. […]
How to properly defrost your turkey
It’s officially the holidays. For many, that means large gatherings that are centered around food. If you’re preparing a turkey for Thanksgiving this week, Kenneth King with the USDA’s Food […]