USDA expects more dairy cows, more milk
USDA’s August Supply and Demand report is projecting more dairy cows, more milk production, and more cheese and butter exports. USDA increased its expected milk production forecasts for this year […]
Maquoketa farmer wins ‘Super Bull’ contest at Iowa State Fair
An eastern Iowa cattle producer was named the winner of the 2025 Super Bull contest at the 2025 Iowa State Fair. Mark Till of Maquoketa tells Brownfield his angus bull […]
Economy and uncertainty slowing climate-smart practice adoption
Many farmers are anxiously awaiting further details on the 45Z tax credits. Keith Byerly, sustainability lead with Mosaic, says that although much is still unknown about the details of the […]
Ag trade deficit hits record high
The ag trade deficit recently hit a record high and an ag economist says he’s concerned about the future of U.S. ag exports. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights says ag export […]
Corn crop still faces some challenges
An agronomic service rep says this year’s corn crop is showing strong yield-potential, but there are still some challenges ahead. Chris Munsterman, who covers eastern Nebraska with Syngenta, says disease […]
Scientist recognized for breakthroughs in pepper breeding
A senior scientist at the World Vegetable Center has been recognized for his breakthroughs in pepper breeding with the 2025 Borlaug Field Award for Field Research and Application. Dr. Derek […]
U.S. and China trade: actions louder than words
President Trump has signed an executive order to extend China’s tariff deadline by 90 days and the president of Missouri Farm Bureau says he’s optimistic the two countries will continue […]
Cotton crop estimate down on month, rice up
The USDA slashed its 2025 U.S. cotton production guess while raising the outlook for rice. Cotton is now seen at a total of 13.214 million bales, including 12.85 million bales […]
Cash dairy prices mixed Tuesday with cheese higher, butter lower
Cash dairy prices were mixed again Tuesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange as cheese keeps rising and butter keeps falling. Dry whey was unchanged at $0.5850. No sales were recorded. […]
United effort in the fight against New Word screwworm
A Texas cattle producer says it’s crucial for livestock and wildlife groups to work together to protect the state’s agriculture industry from New World screwworm. Stephen Diebel is co-owner and […]