Window for fungicide applications closing

A plant pathologist says time is running out to apply fungicide on this year’s corn crop. Tamra Jackson-Ziems with UNL Extension tells Brownfield growers may have a difficult decision to […]

High Oleic Soybeans

Soy Checkoff investments in high oleic soybeans and biotech traits help farmers manage pests, weather extremes, and access markets that offer premiums. Learn more about the role of high-oleic soybeans in this Managing for Profit […]

Land values, cash rents remain strong

A new USDA report shows that most cropland prices have climbed between three and ten percent in the past year. Paul Schadegg with Farmers National tells Brownfield the market for […]

Dealer says tariffs are affecting machinery sales

A dealer says tariffs have definitely impacted the tractor and outdoor power equipment market.  Darrell Stetzer with Central Wisconsin Powersports tells Brownfield tariffs on foreign parts and machinery have shaken […]

Farm family emphasises safety education

A Wisconsin family knows first-hand how important farm safety is.  Wisconsin’s FFA typically works to educate people about the dangers on the farm like grain entrapments, power takeoff shafts, and […]

Southern rust poses threat to Iowa corn crops

A fungus that attacks corn has spread to more than 40 Iowa counties. Meaghan Anderson, an extension field agronomist with Iowa State University, says southern rust creates reddish-orange patches on […]