Upper Midwest alfalfa off to a slow start
An agronomist says the first crop of alfalfa is not what many farmers were hoping for. Jon Zuk with Winfield United tells Brownfield the cooler-than-normal weather and pests are why. […]
Cool weather stalling crop development
A field agronomist for Burrus Seed says the latest cool stretch of weather has caused some corn and soybean emergence issues. Chris Brown, who covers the eastern two thirds of […]
Sutter: China soybean trade could level out
U.S. Soybean Export Council CEO Jim Sutter says trade between the U.S. and China could level out following recent trade talks, but it’s not a guarantee. “One of the things […]
Rising fuel prices add pressure to cattle operations
Livestock producers are adjusting to rising input costs related to the conflict in the Middle East. Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association executive director Kaitlyn Root says it’s unreal how fast fuel […]
Senate bill aims to reduce ag trade reliance on China
Proposed legislation in the U.S. Senate could help reduce agriculture’s reliance on China as a critical export market. Senator Pete Rickets of Nebraska says his MARKET ACT could protect the […]
Delayed planting could increase soybean insect problems
A technical service manager with FMC says he is expecting increased pest pressure for soybeans this year. Bruce Steward says drought conditions delayed planting in some parts of the Midwest. […]
New Soy Farmer Support Hub offering new tools, assistance to help growers navigate ongoing uncertainty
An Indiana farmer-leader with the United Soybean Board says a new tool could help farmers navigate the challenging ag economy. Don Wyss says the Soy Farmer Support Hub connects available […]
House Ag Committee member says need for substantial emergency farmer aid rising
A member of the U.S. House Ag Committee says lawmakers need to get more serious about providing additional emergency relief for farmers. Michigan’s Kristen McDonald Rivet tells Brownfield, “The restriction of markets, the […]
Northern Illinois farmer wrapping up planting
A northern Illinois farmer says it’s been a long planting season. John Bartman, who grows corn, soybeans, wheat, and vegetables in McHenry County, tells Brownfield… “We were very wet early […]
IDFA leader Dykes to retire
The International Dairy Foods Association will select a new President and CEO soon. Dr. Michael Dykes announced he will retire from the role at the end of the year after […]