“Million dollar” rain brings some relief to ranchers in Nebraska
A rancher in the Nebraska Sandhills says recent moisture has brought significant relief to drought conditions. “It was just about the perfect rain. I couldn’t have asked for a better […]
Nebraska farmer eyeing the finish line for planting
An east central Nebraska farmer says it’s been an unusually quick planting season. Chris Clausen of Schuyler tells Brownfield it’s been warm and dry. “Corn is probably 80 to 85 […]
On-farm poultry processing bill advancing in Illinois
The deputy director of the Illinois Stewardship Alliance says a proposal gaining momentum in the state legislature would expand on-farm processing exemptions for poultry producers. Liz Rupel tells Brownfield it […]
Cash dairy prices higher except butter Wednesday
Cash dairy prices were higher except butter Wednesday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was up $0.0250 at $0.55. One sale was recorded at that price. Forty-pound cheese blocks […]
Soil crust an issue as corn emerges across north Iowa
Soil crusting is a concern for farmers in north Iowa who planted corn ahead of Easter weekend. Josh Hitzhusen of rural Rockwell says it’s too early to tell if emergence […]
Senator reveals latest version of Iowa property tax relief plan
A key GOP senator has unveiled a new version of a property tax reform package. It no longer includes a $50,000 property tax exemption for homeowners. Senator Dan Dawson of […]
Net farm income expected to improve in 2025
An extension economist expects net farm income to improve this year. Pauline Van Nurden with the University of Minnesota says USDA’s Economic Research Service projects a 26 percent improvement compared […]
Budzinski optimistic for year-round E-15
A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee is optimistic that year-round, nationwide E-15 could soon be a reality. Illinois congresswoman Nikki Budzinski says the recent EPA waiver allowing nationwide […]
Michigan supports food systems investment
The Director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development says supporting the linkages throughout the food supply chain strengthens entire economies. Tim Boring tells Brownfield more emphasis needs […]
Growing biofuels infrastructure
Photo by Brownfield’s Erin Anderson. Fuel retailers are working on expanding access to E15 across the country. Ron English with JT Petroleum says it’s all hands-on deck to expand consumer […]
