Job Alert: Wisconsin Agriscience teachers in demand across the state
Wisconsin FFA’s new state advisor says supporting agricultural educators will be a top priority to help fill current gaps. Missy Goers tells Brownfield, “We do definitely have a need for […]
Michigan puts new world screwworm precautions in place
The State of Michigan is implementing additional restrictions to prevent the spread of new world screwworm. Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director Tim Boring tells Brownfield the new requirements […]
BASF: early soybean diseases emerging following excessive moisture
Wet conditions are resulting in early season soybean disease pressure. BASF technical service representative Mike Probst says excessive rains in parts of the Midwest and Delta spawned seedling diseases. “And […]
Sioux County Communities Emphasize Safety as E-Bikes and E-Scooters Become More Common
As electric scooters and e-bikes become more common across Sioux County communities, local law enforcement agencies and city leaders are emphasizing safety, education, and awareness this summer. Officials across the […]
Wet spring pattern alleviates drought concerns for most
A meteorologist with Aura Commodities says the rainy spring and early summer have alleviated drought concerns for much of the Corn Belt. However, Xander Lowry tells Brownfield some areas haven’t […]
Kansas wheat harvest reveals significant yield variability
The CEO of Kansas Wheat says on-going drought and freeze damage have significantly impacted this year’s crop. Justin Gilpin says harvest is slightly ahead of schedule and, so far, […]
Another round of severe weather expected to significantly impact producers in the ECB
A climatologist at the Midwestern Regional Climate Center says another round of severe weather is expected to impact producers across parts of the Eastern Corn Belt. Jacob Dolinger says models […]
New USDA technology could streamline acreage reporting
The USDA is rolling out a pilot program designed to modernize acreage reporting and improve its efficiency for ag producers. Undersecretary Richard Fordyce says counties in 11 states are using […]
Will the farm economy recover anytime soon?
An ag economist says he doesn’t expect any improvements to the ag economy in the near term. In this episode of Managing for Profit, David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights […]
Much of Iowa will see storms at some point today
Storms have been moving into Iowa overnight and this morning. National Weather Service meteorologist Kristy Carter says it’s the first round, with more to come. “We’re looking at some possible […]