Big data breeds next gen blueberries
Advances in genomics and statistical modeling are shaving decades off breeding programs for blueberry growers. Head of MBG Marketing Brad Moore tells Brownfield the very first cultivated blueberries took decades […]
2025 broiler placements remain ahead of 2024
Broiler hatchery numbers continue to indicate a year-over-year rise in production. The USDA says 251.526 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubators, down 470,000 on the week, but up 1% […]
Case of Measles Confirmed in NW Iowa
State officials say the latest case is in a “western Iowa” adult who hasn’t recently traveled outside of Iowa and had no known connection to others in the state who’ve […]
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Manure injection better for soil health
A University of Wisconsin Extension researcher encourages farmers to preserve soil and nutrients by minimizing soil disturbance. Chris Bandura is the extension conservation cropping outreach specialist. He tells Brownfield tillage […]
Uneven soybean stand concerns
A southern Ohio farmer says he’s concerned uneven soybean stands could impact this year’s crop. Greg Corcoran says weather continues to be the biggest challenge. “Some places are getting a […]
Opportunities to expand ag exports with Morocco
A northwestern Ohio farmer says a Moroccan trade team recently visited his operation to help grow demand for U.S. soybeans. Auglaize County farmer Jerry Bambauer says developing relationships helps increase market access. […]
Anchored by Food, Bound by Community
Commentary. I recently watched a PBS segment about the Lenape tribe of Native Americans, and one line in particular stuck with me. While sharing a traditional meal, an elder said, […]
Skinny farm bill could prevent some programs from lapsing
The CEO of the Kansas Soybean Association says a skinny farm bill could help clear up confusion surrounding the expiration of some programs. Kaleb Little tells Brownfield the reconciliation process […]
Ethanol production recedes as stocks rise
U.S. ethanol production declined slightly last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.078 million barrels per day, down 9,000 on the week and 17,000 on the year. […]
