Sugar gains consumer favor as cheap global imports undercut U.S. farmers
An ag economist says new analysis shows consumer purchases are leaning toward more natural sugars. CoBank’s Tanner Ehmke tells Brownfield, “It is a clear trend that people are switching […]
Worries over USDA staff reductions
A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says the USDA’s ongoing reorganization is causing concerns across the countryside. Illinois Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski says she continues to hear from farmers […]
Wisconsin State Fair’s 175-year history rooted in agriculture and farm families
A second-generation archivist for the Wisconsin State Fair says about 10,000 farm families have been part of its history over the past 175 years. “I hope people continue that legacy.” […]
Dry weather cuts hay yields, pushes cattle off pastures early in South Dakota
Drought is taking a toll on hay and forages in the Northern Plains. Kevin Deinert grows, corn, soybeans, and forage crops for their family cow-calf and feedlot operation near Mitchell […]
Bedford’s Eli Johnson takes Grand Champion honors at Iowa State Fair
A Bedford High School graduate received top honors during the Iowa State Fair’s livestock shows. “I brought a wether,” said 18-year-old Eli Johnson on Friday. “His name is Bennett.” Johnson […]
Farmers face another round of higher costs heading into 2027
Farmers are bracing for a more expensive harvest and 2027 growing season. American Farm Bureau vice president of public policy and economic analysis John Newton says fuel and fertilizer costs […]
Experts say RFID technology boosts traceability and improves disease response in the swine sector
Two swine industry experts say the use of RFID technology can improve traceability and make the U.S. herd more resilient. Brent Pepin a veterinarian and the director of swine health […]
Creating additional value for soybean farmers through renewable fuels
Eric Lawson with MEG Corp, a contractor that helps provide awareness for the renewable fuels industry, says additional demand for biodiesel can provide up to $2 per bushel of value. […]
FCS Financial Field Notes: Celebrating Ag at the Missouri State Fair
The Missouri State Fair is an opportunity for FCS Financial to celebrate agriculture and the cooperative’s member-owners. FCS Financial Board of Directors Chair Beth Schnitker says Monday, August 17, has […]
Indiana State Fair helps connect consumers with local food and farm products
The Indiana State Fair is creating new opportunities to connect fairgoers to the products made across the state. Don Lamb, Indiana’s Director of Agriculture, says the state’s Indiana Grown program […]