Political analyst: election outcome could impact farm bill
A political analyst says the outcome of the November election could determine the timing of the next farm bill. David Wasserman with the Cook Political Report tells Brownfield “If Republicans […]
August heat dome had a big impact on Iowa temperatures and rainfall patterns
State Climatologist Justin Glisan says the heat dome that settled over Iowa in August had an impact on both temperatures and the amount of rainfall. “The average temperature preliminarily is […]
Soybean tentiform leafminer spreads to Wisconsin soybeans
Wisconsin farmers are being encouraged to scout for a new soybean pest in the state. University of Wisconsin Extension specialist Emily Bick tells Brownfield soybean tentiform leafminer was confirmed last […]
Hay prices double, triple in parts of Nebraska
The president of the Nebraska Cattlemen says on-going drought and cost of production continue to limit widespread herd expansion. Craig Uden says while there have been concerns about price […]
Stalk integrity key as corn harvest approaches
Preparing for a variable harvest. Wyffels Hybrids area agronomy manager Mike Witt says there’s been a diversity of moisture across the Corn Belt this growing season. “Being around central Iowa […]
Rising input costs impacting specialty growers
An eastern Wisconsin specialty crop grower says rising input costs are affecting her operation. Robyn Calvey owns Park Ridge Organics, a diverse vegetable farm in Fon du Lac County. “We’re […]
Governor says there’s disturbing rise in kratom-related deaths in Iowa
State officials are warning Iowans not to buy a product called kratom that’s being sold in some Iowa convenience stores and gas stations as well as shops that sell cigarettes […]
Grassley says EPA actions on ethanol recognize the importance of biofuels
The EPA has approved waivers for 29 small oil refineries, so they do not have to blend ethanol into gasoline — the highest level since 2017. Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike […]
Late summer heat wave could increase harvest timing as crops near maturity
Purdue Extension’s corn specialist says this week’s expected triple digit temperatures could accelerate crop maturity. Dan Quinn says it could speed up harvest in parts of the Corn Belt. “It’s […]
Ag economist: $6 corn isn’t out of reach as harvest begins
An ag economist says he’s not ruling out the possibility of $6 corn as harvest gets underway. Ben Brown with University of Missouri Extension tells Brownfield the corn market has […]