Michigan crops maturing in rapid speed
Hot weather is rapidly drying down wheat in Michigan as harvest nears. Brown City farmer Dwight Bartle tells Brownfield he expects to start combining in about a week. “Three to […]
Wisconsin crops benefit from heat, moisture
Recent heat and plenty of rain have been good for most Wisconsin crops. James Giese raises about 14-hundred acres of crops to feed his dairy herd near Alma Center, and […]
Kansas wheat farmer says yields are above average amidst challenging weather
A central Kansas farmer says this year’s winter wheat harvest has been extremely challenging. Adam Baldwin tells Brownfield consistent, heavy rains have delayed progress. “It’s been a struggle this spring. […]
Nebraska farmer timely rains helping corn crop ahead of pollination
A south-central Nebraska farmer says timely rains have given his corn crop a head start on pollination. “I think it will be gravy on top of where we’re sitting […]
Ohio crop development starting to rebound
A north central Ohio farmer says her crop is improving after a rough start to the growing season. Patty Mann says several corn fields are nearing pollination. “It’s just starting to […]
A mixed bag for crop development
A southwest Indiana farmer says wet weather conditions continue to impact his operation. Roger Wenning says some planters are still rolling in his area. “It’s never gotten dry enough and […]
A warming climate cuts milk production
Researchers with the Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago say a new study shows a warming climate will reduce global dairy production by up to 10 […]
Fertilizer market volatility continues
The senior economist for The Fertilizer Institute says farmers continue to face a challenging fertilizer market. Veronic Nigh tells Brownfield some fertilizers were up again during the last week of […]
Low commodity prices, exports impacting farmer profitability
An ag economist says several factors are impacting farmer profitability. Creighton University’s Ernie Goss tells Brownfield, “It’s primarily about (low) ag prices. Wheat, soybeans, and corn here in this part […]
Deer hunts in season hope to mitigate damage
Some Michigan farmers are experiencing significant crop damage from deer as crops continue to develop. Michigan Soybean Committee Research Director Mark Seamon tells Brownfield feeding is especially persistent on soybeans […]