Early spring storms bring unwanted pests
The coordinator of the Illinois Agricultural Pest Survey at the University of Illinois says a stormy spring means Midwestern farmers are seeing significant flights of black cutworm moths. Kelly Estes […]
Be a Superhero of Ag Science
Commentary. Science plays a massive and multifaceted role in the world today. It is woven into pretty much every aspect of our lives, whether we notice it or not. Every […]
Large wildfire burning in North Central Nebraska
The Nebraska Forest Service says the Plum Creek Fire started as a prescribed burn but got out of control and has charred more than 14-thousdand acres. In a recent interview, […]
Raw milk bill clears Iowa House subcommittee
An Iowa House subcommittee has advanced a bill that would legalize raw milk sales at farmers markets and grocery stores. State Representative Bobby Kaufmann says unpasteurized raw milk sales have […]
Work zone awareness important as Iowa road construction increases
The Iowa DOT is one of several states participating in “National Work Zone Awareness Week” activities as construction work ramps up with warmer weather. DOT Work Zone Operations Engineer Brian […]
Lawmakers push for E15 solution this year
Photo of Rep. Ashley Hinson by Brent Barnett/Brownfield Some lawmakers in the U.S. House say a federal fix for year-round E15 may not happen before the summer driving season begins. […]
Bill creates $15 million Iowa Major Events and Tourism Program
Lawmakers are considering creation of a state fund to help attract major events to Iowa. During a Senate committee meeting, Republican Senator Carrie Koelker of Dyersville said other states are […]
McHargue says trade agreements, biofuels expansion helps improve margins
The president of a state farm bureau organization says cost of production for the 2025 crop year is one of his top concerns. Mark McHargue of Nebraska tells Brownfield, “We […]
Weather has impacted northern Ohio field work progress
A northwestern Ohio farmer says he expects to start his planting season late this week. Kyle Brown says recent rains have impacted field work progress. “We did a little bit […]
Rains hampering southern Illinois planting & wheat crop
A southeastern Illinois farmer says frequent heavy rains have slowed down progress this spring. Don Guinnip, who farms in Clark County, says planting in his area has been spotty. “There’s […]
