Producers encouraged to contact NRCS offices ahead of new batching deadline
The farmer training program manager with The Land Connection says farmers need to be informed about key changes within the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Crystal Siltman says January […]
U.S. beef demand remains strong despite export headwinds
The head of the U.S. Meat Export Federation says global demand for U.S. beef remains strong. Dan Halstrom tells Brownfield that’s a good thing for producers. “Because if you can […]
Record cheese exports push U.S. dairy exports higher in October
The U.S. Dairy Export Council says continued record cheese exports and strong butterfat shipments boosted overall exports in October. Total U.S. dairy exports grew seven percent in volume year over […]
Nutrien offers new crop decision tools
A supplier of fertilizer inputs has developed new online tools to help farmers get the most bang for their crop input bucks. Agronomist and tool developer Lyle Cowell tells Brownfield […]
Missouri gets federal approval for $814 million broadband expansion
Missouri has received approval from the federal government to spend more than $814 million to improve high-speed internet. A press release from Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe says the money will […]
House Ag Committee member says farm bill markup could happen soon
A House Ag Committee member says there are some signs of progress on a new farm bill. “Hopefully we can get it marked up out of the agriculture committee […]
New FMC seed treatments aim to protect crops from early-season pests
Challenging spring weather can put added pressure on seedlings, especially as farmers push planting dates. FMC’s Matthew Pye says consistent management keeping pests in check early can help avoid plant […]
Missouri ag land values to remain unchanged through 2028
The Missouri Tax Commission has unanimously agreed ag land values will stay the same through 2028, and several state ag groups say they’re pleased with the decision. Chuck Miller, the […]
Missouri ag land taxes to remain unchanged through 2028
The Missouri Tax Commission has unanimously agreed ag land taxes will stay the same through 2028, and several state ag groups say they’re pleased with the decision. Chuck Miller, the […]
Prairie strips offer affordable soil and water protection
An expert on prairie reconstruction says he’s seeing more growers adopt prairie strips as a conservation practice. Tim Youngquist with Iowa State University says the state’s prairie strip program has taken time to […]