Expanding E15 use pushes ethanol blend rate to record levels
The chief economist for the Renewable Fuels Association says the U.S. ethanol blend rate hit a record high during the fall. Scott Richman tells Brownfield ethanol accounted for more than […]
MSU research targets profitability and growth in controlled environment agriculture
Michigan State University researchers are developing more financial resources to help controlled environment growers succeed. Horticulture economics doctoral student Megan Burritt tells Brownfield, “Everybody is considering, as you’re trying to […]
Hazmat Crews Respond to Chemical Explosion at Dairy Near Rock Valley
Emergency responders from across Northwest Iowa were called to a hazardous materials incident at a dairy farm west of Rock Valley late Tuesday morning. According to Sioux County Emergency Management […]
Phosphate fertilizer prices expected to stay high in 2026 as China export limits persist
The vice president of fertilizer with Stone X Group says the price of phosphate fertilizer isn’t likely to fall much in 2026. Josh Linville says China’s restriction of phosphate exports […]
Benavidez named USDA Chief Economist
The USDA has a new chief economist. Dr. Justin Benavidez has been selected to replace the retiring Dr. Seth Meyer. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says Benavidez brings strong policy experience, […]
Ag economist: USDA ad-hoc aid may shift corn, soybean planting decisions
An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says the USDA’s latest ad-hoc assistance program will likely impact some acreage decisions this spring. Ben Brown says using planted acres to […]
Ag economist: USDA ad-hoc aid may shift corn, soybean planting decisions
An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says the USDA’s latest ad-hoc assistance program will likely impact some acreage decisions this spring. Ben Brown says using planted acres to […]
Missouri lawmakers eye extension of key ag tax credits in 2026 legislative session
Ag tax credits will get attention in the Missouri Legislative session. State Senator Jason Bean from the Missouri Bootheel has pre-filed a bill (SB 864) that would address the sunset […]
Schools in Iowa’s second largest city face critical cost cuts
Facing a budget deficit of more than $12-million, Cedar Rapids school leaders are considering drastic cost-saving measures after voters rejected a proposed bond issue. Options include lowering the number of […]
Ohio Soybean Association focused on policies that support the ag industry in 2026
The Ohio Soybean Association is focused on implementing policies that support the advancement of the state’s ag industry in 2026. Brandon Kern, deputy executive director, says rising input costs and […]