E15 legislation faces hurdles as House weighs standalone vote
U.S. Congressman Don Bacon says persistent opposition is standing in the way of year-round E15 legislation. “We have some Republicans who hate E15 for the wrong reasons,” he said. “They […]
Grain markets eye U.S.–China meeting for potential soybean
An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says agriculture is still expected to play a role in discussions between the U.S. and China when the countries meet this month. […]
No immediate trade fallout after pseudorabies detections in Iowa and Texas
The CEO of the Iowa Pork Producers Association says U.S. pork export customers have yet to respond to detections of pseudorabies in Iowa and Texas swine herds. Pat McGonegle tells […]
Organic dairy producers challenge Federal Milk Marketing Order rules in court
Four separate lawsuits have been filed, claiming the federal milk marketing orders unfairly harm organic dairy producers. Organic farmers and cooperatives want an exemption from the federal milk marketing order […]
Fast planting season highlights ongoing soil moisture challenges
Dry conditions last month fueled a fast corn planting pace along with drought concerns in southwest Minnesota. Bob Worth of Lake Benton says there’s been a lack of soil moisture […]
Investing in Future Ag Leaders Through FFA
The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council is investing in the next generation of Missouri agriculture, sponsoring proficiency awards at the Missouri State FFA Convention. Missouri Soybean’s Director of Communications Samantha Turner […]
Tank Mix Compatibility
Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Scott Pringnitz, says farmers have access to 1,700 qualified tank-mix partners to use with Enlist One herbicide to get maximum results for their unique needs. […]
Wet weather creates uneven planting progress across Missouri
An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says planting progress has been uneven across Missouri this spring. Ben Brown tells Brownfield, “We’ve seen quite a bit of field activity […]
Best of Outdoor Adventures: Illinois Ag Director Jerry Costello
On this “Best Of” edition of the show, we revisit a great conversation with Illinois Ag Director Jerry Costello. He talks with Brownfield about his roots in hunting and fishing, […]
Short, inconsistent planting windows expected in May
Ag Meteorologist Drew Lerner says he’s expecting short and inconsistent planting windows throughout May in the Midwest. “It is going to be one of those situations, certainly in the central […]