Iowa farmer warns fertilizer price spike puts growers in financial crunch
A farmer in southwestern Iowa says rising fertilizer prices have growers in a tough spot. Kevin Ross raises corn, soybeans, and cattle near Underwood – and is a past president […]
Economist says placements remains the number to watch in Cattle on Feed report
A livestock economist says placements will be the number to watch in this week’s Cattle on Feed report. Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension says, “We’re going into this […]
Pillen: Growing Nebraska’s bioeconomy key to future of ag products
Governor Jim Pillen says improving demand for Nebraska ag products remains one of his administration’s top priorities. “The vision is not to put corn on barges anymore and ship it […]
Striking the Balance
Striking the balance during a high time of high input costs, understanding the difference between overfeeding acres or underfeeding yields will help maximize ROI. Learn more in this Managing For […]
Michigan Association of Conservation Districts says new funding expands staffing, training, and conservation growth
The Executive Director Michigan Association of Conservation Districts says a new grant will help streamline services and reduce administrative burdens on local offices. Rivkah Hodgkinson tells Brownfield, “We just received […]
Wisconsin ag warehouse sprinkler bill awaits the Governor’s signature
A Wisconsin bill that would exempt certain warehouses from having fire sprinkler systems awaits the Governor’s signature. Matthew Oehmican with Short Lane Farm Supply tells Brownfield the legislation is important […]
Trump waives maritime shipping rule to boost fuel, fertilizer shipments
President Trump has waived a 106-year-old shipping law so foreign vessels can transport goods between U.S. ports. Economist Danny Munch with American Farm Bureau Federation tells Brownfield that President Trump’s […]
Wisconsin suspends poultry movements in southern counties
Wisconsin’s Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection is limiting poultry movement in twenty southern counties. The department is suspending poultry shows, exhibitions, swap meets, and movement of poultry to […]
“Business as usual”: Minnesota farmer plans season despite weather swings
A farmer in southern Minnesota is beginning spring fieldwork preparations. Brent Mohn grows corn and soybeans near Lakeville and says he started moving equipment around before last weekend’s blizzard. “Getting […]
Frustration mounting in farm country about lack of permanent farm policy
A pair of Ohio producers say frustration is mounting in farm country from the lack of movement on permanent sales of year-round E-15. “It’s time to get something done.” Lorain […]