Trade requires more than a handshake
The president of the National Farmers Union says it’s been encouraging to see the Trump administration pause the on-again, off-again tariffs to work on trade deals. But Rob Larew says […]
Dairy cold storage stocks up from April, down on year
There’s more cheese and butter in cold storage. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service reports butter stocks at the end of May were up 7% from last month, but down 5% […]
Severe weather impact to U.S. crop unclear
Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions says more will be known in the next month about how recent storms have affected U.S. crop production. “We’ll be able to gather information […]
Anaerobic digester helps Indiana dairy farm boost sustainability
An Indiana dairy farmer says implementing an anaerobic digester on his operation has helped improve energy efficiency and sustainability. Ryan Rogers, row crop producer and co-owner of Homestead Dairy, says the digester […]
Be on the lookout this season for red crown rot
An agronomist says red crown rot pressure is building across the Midwest and farmers should be ready to scout for the disease this summer. Blake Miller with Syngenta says the […]
Some Iowans may need a refresher course in lightning safety
Plenty of thunderstorms have rolled over Iowa lately and the experts at the National Weather Service are offering some reminders about the dangers of lightning. Meteorologist Ashley Bury says it’s […]
Ron De Weerd & Jerry Korver
Sioux & Lyon County Long-Term Recovery Group
Proactive approach to fungicide
An agronomist encourages farmers to consider a proactive approach to fungicide use. Darrin Holder with Winfield United says there’s a growing database that shows a favorable return on investment. “I […]
Klobuchar joins governors in expressing SNAP cut concerns
The Ranking Member of the Senate Ag Committee has concerns about proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Amy Klobuchar says the One Big Beautiful Bill would raise grocery […]
23 US pork plants approved to export to China
The U.S. Meat Export Federation says recent trade cooperation between the U.S. and China has led to a boost for U.S. pork producers. USMEF’s Joe Schuele tells Brownfield that 23 […]
