National Cotton Council: U.S. Farmers plan fewer cotton acres in 2026
U.S. farmers are expected to plant fewer upland cotton acres this spring, due to lower prices. A recent grower survey from the National Cotton Council says farmers intend to plant […]
A mixed month for turkey hatchery numbers
The USDA’s latest turkey hatchery numbers are showing mixed supply signals. There were 24.322 million turkey eggs in incubation on February 1st, 2026, falling 5% from January 1st and 3% […]
After historic low bill count, Michigan Farm Bureau questions 2026 ag policy movement
A Michigan Farm Bureau lobbyist says it’s unclear how many ag issues can be addressed in Lansing during this legislative session. Rob Anderson tells Brownfield major policy efforts aren’t typical […]
As penny supply shrinks, bill calls for Iowa retailers to round to the nearest nickel
The Iowa Senate Commerce Committee may consider a statewide policy for how retailers that don’t have pennies provide change during a cash transaction. The U.S. Mint stopped making new pennies […]
Biofuels leader highlights growing international demand for U.S. ethanol
A biofuels market expert says global demand is keeping U.S. ethanol exports strong. Ron Lamberty with the American Coalition for Ethanol says clean fuel regulations in Canada have helped boost […]
Volatile markets require active grain marketing strategy
A grain merchandiser says farmers can’t afford to sit-on-the sidelines and wait to market grain this year. Mathew Burkey with Ag Valley Coop says there’s too much volatility. “I tell […]
Michigan flour mill increases capacity as demand for stone-ground organic grains grows
A flour mill in the Thumb is expanding to meet growing demand for locally sourced specialty grains. Stony Croft Farms owner Doug Hodge tells Brownfield he grows, grinds, and directly […]
Land access challenges grow for young farmers as USDA delays key survey results
The National Young Farmers Coalition says the delay of the USDA’s 2024 Tenure, Ownership, and Transition of Agricultural Land (TOTAL) Survey could impact how the next generation acquires farmland. Vanessa Garcia Planco, director of government […]
New research suggests higher consumption of whole-fat dairy could lower heart disease risks
A new study from the University of Minnesota is linking whole-fat dairy products to lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Hanna Kelley is the director of health and wellness for the […]
Dairy production greater than export demand
An economist says record U.S. dairy exports are not enough to boost dairy prices because of higher production. Danny Munch with American Farm Bureau Federation tells Brownfield that 2025 milk […]