Agriculture News
Texas cattle producer says protecting the U.S. cattle herd is top priority as USDA weighs reopening border to Mexican cattle
A cow-calf operator in southeast Texas says when it comes to resuming live cattle imports from Mexico protecting the health of the U.S. cattle herd is the top priority. Stephen
Erratic spring weather keeps northern Iowa growers guessing
It’s been a start and stop beginning to spring for northern Iowa farmer Brandon Fonken. “Mother nature can’t make up its mind what it wants to do. We had a
Some farmers making late seed decisions amid global uncertainty
A Stine Seed Company representative says some farmers are still making planting decisions due to geopolitical uncertainty. David Thompson, Stine’s director of brand strategy, tells Brownfield, “Fertilizer prices are weighing
Dairy markets end week higher
The dairy markets closed out the short trading week with higher prices. Katie Burgess with Ever.ag tells Brownfield a couple of products showed signs of strength Thursday. “On Thursday, we
Farmers, consumers could benefit from year-round E15, CHS CEO says
The CEO of the nation’s largest farmer-owned cooperative sees farmers and consumers benefiting if Congress can pass year-round nationwide E15. Jay Debertin with CHS says access to higher ethanol blends
Feenstra highlights economic impact of growing biofuel markets
A U.S. Congressman is encouraged by recent progress on biofuels policy. Iowa Republican Randy Feenstra tells Brownfield the Renewable Volume Obligations announced by the EPA send a strong signal to
RFA: February ethanol exports up sharply on year
The U.S. exported 209.9 million gallons of ethanol during February. The Renewable Fuels Association says that was down 1% on the month, but up 36% on the year, with more
Fertilizer prices surge as Hormuz closure enters fifth week, analyst says
A fertilizer market analyst says prices remain stubbornly high, offering little relief for farmers heading into the growing season. “It’s getting to the point where farmers are throwing their hands
Kansas decision on E15 draws criticism from corn leaders
The CEO of Kansas Corn says he’s disappointed and frustrated by his state’s decision to opt out of selling year-round E15 starting in 2027. Josh Roe says it undercuts efforts
Purdue economist: Financial risk grows for farmers heading into 2026 season
An ag economist at Purdue University says the conflict in the Middle East is contributing to increased financial strain. Michael Langemeier says operating expenses are running about 2 percent higher than
