Egg production down, but hatching numbers imply rise
Egg production numbers declined again in July, but there are signs of a bounce back. The USDA says 8.791 billion eggs were produced in July 2025, 3% less than July […]
Dr. Bob James dies
A leading educator on raising dairy calves has died. Dr. Robert Elliott James, best known as Dr. Bob, helped start the Professional Dairy Heifer Growers Association, now known as the […]
Donna Kleinwolterink
65, of Sibley
Red meat, poultry in cold storage below last year
Red meat and poultry supplies in cold storage are tighter than a year ago. The USDA says red meat stocks on July 31st, 2025 fell 5% on the year at […]
Cattle placements at high end of estimates
The USDA says 1.598 million cattle were placed into U.S. feedlots during July 2025. That was 6% below July 2024, reflecting tighter available supplies, partially because the U.S. border with […]
Red Crown Rot confirmed in Ohio for the first time
Red Crown Rot has been confirmed for the first time in Ohio. OSU Extension soybean pathologist Horacio Lopez-Nicora says it has similar foliar symptoms to Sudden Death Syndrome. “The leaves retain […]
IFAA continues mission to provide funds for ag youth
The president of the Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement says their organization is committed raising funds for ag youth. Matt Heiller tells Brownfield IFAA rewards the hard work of grand […]
Consider narrow rows when planting wheat
A cropping systems agronomist encourages farmers to plant winter wheat in narrow rows to gain yield. Michigan State University’s Manni Singh tells Brownfield, “We have a lot of data showing […]
Soil testing helps growers make timely, informed decisions
The laboratory director for Farmers Edge says soil testing can help farmers manage their fertilizer expenses. Patrick Visser tells Brownfield soil tests can provide a detailed analysis of nutrient levels […]
Minnesota farmer concerned about corn lodging
A southeast Minnesota farmer is concerned about lodging as his corn crop matures. Jason Keck says there’s been plenty of moisture in Steele County this summer, which has helped the […]
