Agriculture News
ODA says it’s committed to helping preserve the state’s farmland in 2026
The director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture says the agency is committed to preserving the state’s farmland in 2026. Brian Baldridge says a new $1 million grant program will
The right way to cut costs in 2026
An ag economist at Purdue University says farmers should be considering more than cost when making input decisions for 2026. Michael Langemeier tells Brownfield, “You want to compare the benefits of
ADAI relaunches Hot Chocolate Milk in Schools, emphasizing the importance of dairy to a balanced diet
The youth wellness manager for the American Dairy Association Indiana says a recently revamped school nutrition program is emphasizing the importance of dairy to a balanced diet. Sheri Shipp says
H-2A wage rule sets floor, not ceiling, as farmers prioritize retaining skilled labor
An ag labor specialist says many farmers who use the H-2A guest worker program are planning to offer wages above the new minimums set by the Department of Labor. Sarah Black with Great Lakes Ag Labor Services tells Brownfield it’s a
Corn and soybean payments lag as FBA program draws criticism from Illinois ag director
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says the USDA’s recently announced Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) program heavily favors southern crops over Midwestern producers. Jerry Costello tells Brownfield, “You’ve
The USDA reports a mixed start to the calendar year for U.S. export inspections. Corn inspections during the week ending January 1st fell below the previous week but was more
Sorghum export inspections surge following new demand from China
The USDA reports a mixed start to the calendar year for U.S. export inspections. Corn inspections during the week ending January 1st fell below the previous week but was more
Ag lender says USDA bridge payments offer short-term help, not long-term fix
An ag lender says USDA’s relief payments could provide some short-term relief for producers but won’t improve the larger profitability issues. Logan Bredemeier, assistant vice president at F and M
Michigan Sheep Producers Association highlights solar grazing at Shepherd’s Weekend
The Michigan Sheep Producers Association is exploring what opportunities exist for solar grazing in the state. Executive director Elaine Palm tells Brownfield their upcoming Shepard’s Weekend will dig into ongoing
Jackson County native named 2026 Miss Indiana State Fair Queen
A new Miss Indiana State Fair Queen has been crowned. Presley Hampton, Miss Jackson County Fair, was chosen to represent the state among 82 county fair queens during the 67th annual
