Sioux Center Boys 48, Spencer 46
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Crop insurance: Take a closer look at ECO
A crop insurance advisor says farmers should take a closer look at the Enhanced Coverage Option this year. Mike Boen with Compeer Financial tells Brownfield the ECO subsidy increased from […]
Biofuel supporters say EPA’s E15 action positive
The senior vice president of regulatory affairs at Growth Energy says EPA’s decision to allow year-round E15 in eight Midwestern states is supportive for U.S. biofuels. “We were really encouraged […]
Expectations set for fewer U.S. cotton acres
An economist with the National Cotton Council says fewer cotton acres are expected across the United States this year. “A recent economic report shows U.S. growers intend to plant 9.6 […]
Illinois ag groups opposing proposed Livestock Management Facilities Act amendments
Several Illinois agriculture groups are opposing proposed amendments to the state’s Livestock Management Facilities Act (LMFA). Chris Davis, director of state legislation with the Illinois Farm Bureau, says their organization […]
Farmers Union concerned about Trump administration staff cuts
The National Farmers Union wants to know how the federal government funding freeze and job cuts have affected individuals. Mike Stranz is Farmers Union’s Vice President of Advocacy. He tells […]
Farm Bureau: ag secretary “gets trade concerns”
The vice president of public policy at the American Farm Bureau Federation says the new ag secretary at USDA understands the concerns surrounding ag trade tariffs. Sam Kieffer tells Brownfield […]
Bracing for the upcoming growing season with cautious optimism
The executive director of the Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association says the state’s farmers are cautiously optimistic about 2025. However, Tadd Nicholson says there are still challenges. “High input prices, […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: February 24, 2025
Mar. corn closed at $4.82 and 1/2, down 8 and 3/4 centsMar. soybeans closed at $10.29, down 10 and 1/2 centsMar. soybean meal closed at $291.80, down $3.00Mar. soybean oil […]
