Late-season crop performance hinges on managing key threats
An agronomy specialist with Corteva says producers are closely monitoring several issues that could affect late-season crop performance. Matthew Peterson tells Brownfield, “A lot of guys are being vigilant on […]
Missouri Bootheel research targets crop production challenges
Farmers and agriculture industry professionals took a look at University of Missouri Extension research happening in the Missouri Bootheel during the Delta Research Field Day. Blake Barlow with Missouri Soybeans […]
2026 Iowa State Fair visitors may again bring their own food, drinks
The Iowa State Fair starts Thursday and, while fair food is a big draw for many, the fair will again allow visitors to bring in drinks and snacks in soft-sided […]
Schmitt, Smith say more trade markets needed for U.S. agriculture
Trade is top-of-mind as some U.S. lawmakers meet with farmers during the August recess. U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt from Missouri tells Brownfield producers have been telling him they want more […]
Ohio State Fair Sale of Champions raises $396,500 to invest in the next generation of agriculture
The 2026 Ohio State Fair Sale of Champions has raised more than $396,000 for ag youth. Twelve-year Geauga County 4-H member Campbell Reese says participating in the sale is a […]
Ohio State Fair gives consumers a closer look at modern pork production
The Ohio Pork Council says this year’s state fair has given consumers a first-hand look at modern pork production from start to finish. Kayla Barker says the organization’s educational experiences […]
Ag Economy Barometer survey shows sentiment gap between livestock and crop producers
According to the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer, there’s a sentiment gap between crop and livestock producers. But, Michael Langemeier, the director of Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture, tells Brownfield, […]
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Northwestern Tops GPAC Preseason Volleyball Poll; Dordt Picked Fifth
Northwestern College is the preseason favorite to win another Great Plains Athletic Conference volleyball championship, while Dordt University will enter the season ranked fifth in the league. The Red Raiders […]
Corn export inspections stay ahead of last marketing year
Corn export inspections continue to make a strong push into the end of the marketing year. The USDA says that with just over three reporting weeks remaining, more than enough […]