Farmers tackle purple henbit
An agronomist in South Dakota says many Midwestern fields are blanketed in the color purple this spring. Darren Hefty, who is a co-host of Ag PhD Radio, says those flower-looking […]
MMPA says milk quality & safety are essential
The head of Michigan Milk Producers Association says USDA staff reductions won’t stop food safety efforts throughout the supply chain. Joe Diglio tells Brownfield, “While there might be maybe some less […]
USDA budget proposal gets mixed reviews
U.S. Senators have mixed reviews on President Trump’s 2026 budget proposal, which if realized, would cut 18% of federal spending at the USDA. At a Senate Ag Appropriations Subcommittee hearing […]
Reconciliation pivotal in farm bill discussions
A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says she’s gravely concerned about the effects of ongoing budget reconciliation efforts in Congress. Nikki Budzinski, an Illinois Democrat, says this week’s […]
AFBF economist says off-farm income is keeping farmers going
An economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation says off-farm income is helping keep U.S. farming operations afloat. Danny Munch says a recent Market Intel Report shows 98% of farms […]
More young Iowans are opting for pedal power
Hundreds of Iowa students will be walking or riding bikes to class tomorrow as part of Walk, Bike and Roll to School Day. Matt Burkey, the Safe Routes to Schools […]
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Ethanol exports strong during March
U.S. ethanol exports surged from February to March. The Renewable Fuels Association says ethanol exports of 195.8 million gallons were up 41% on the month and 23% on the year. […]
State senator says water task force good news for future of water in Nebraska
A Nebraska state senator says a new water task force could play a key role in addressing the state’s nitrate contamination issue. Tom Brandt, a farmer from Plymouth, tells Brownfield, […]
Far-reaching concerns from USDA cuts
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins has confirmed more than 15,000 employees are taking a buyout from the USDA and the president of the National Farmers Union says it’s alarming. Rob Larew […]
