Ethanol export opportunities promising
The president of the Iowa Corn Promotion Board says they are seeking new markets to help increase demand for producers. Ralph Lents tells Brownfield farmers need trade certainty. “We’ve got […]
Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine working to address growing needs
The dean of Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine says building a strong pipeline of veterinarians is crucial to meeting the growing needs of farmers and ranchers. Dr. Bret Marsh […]
Red crown rot detections increasing
The agronomy education lead at Beck’s Hybrids says more cases of suspected red crown rot are popping up in Illinois this year. Matt Montgomery says more farmers are closely examining […]
Baldwin wants Dairy PRIDE attached to farm bill
A Wisconsin Senator who wants the Food and Drug Administration to enforce dairy standards of identity wants her legislation mandating enforcement to cross the finish line this time. Tammy Baldwin […]
Iowa Farm Bureau applauds EPA for addressing DEF concerns
The president of Iowa Farm Bureau is encouraged by EPA action to address farmer concerns with Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) systems. Brent Johnson, who farms in Calhoun County, says more […]
Superior Ag and Premier Companies explore merger
Two-Indiana based farmer-owned cooperatives have announced they are exploring a merger to strengthen their customer offerings. In a joint statement, Superior Ag and Premier Companies said they are looking to expand […]
Apple production outlook mixed
The U.S. Apple Association is calling for a slight bump in production this year, but heat stress in Michigan could put a drag on expectations. West Michigan grower Chris Kropf […]
August heat impacting crops
An agronomist with Burrus Seed says the latest heat wave is impacting the Midwestern corn crop. Dana Harder, who covers Missouri and west central Illinois, tells Brownfield, “It seems we’re […]
New Ag Climate Dashboard designed to help farmers make management decisions
A climatologist at the Midwestern Regional Climate Center says a new weather-related tool could help improve the bottom line for farmers and ranchers. Austin Pearson says the Ag Climate Dashboard […]
E15 push continues
The president of Iowa Corn says the push for permanent year-round E15 sales continues to be a top priority. Stu Swanson tells Brownfield E15 work has been a lengthy battle. […]