R-CALF urges tariffs to protect U.S. cattle and sheep industries from imports
The CEO of R-CALF USA says tariffs should be supported by beef and sheep producers. Bill Bullard tells Brownfield he’s encouraged by President Trump’s tariff actions. “We’ve made a formal […]
AFBF: farmers need long-term solutions, not just short-term aid
On Friday, the American Farm Bureau Federation sent letters to Congress and President Trump saying long-term solutions are needed to ease the extreme economic pressures in farm country. That includes […]
New chronic wasting disease case confirmed at Portage County deer farm
A central Wisconsin deer farm has a newly confirmed case of chronic wasting disease. The Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection does not name the farm, but says it […]
Shutdown stalls USDA reports and farm program signups
An economist says the government shutdown impacts farmers in different ways. Leonard Polzin with the University of Wisconsin tells Brownfield that as the shutdown continues, reports will not be coming […]
Illinois farmers say bailout won’t fix long-term market and trade issues
Several farmers say a one-time government bailout isn’t a long-term solution to the sluggish farm economy. Southeastern Illinois farmer Don Guinnip, who raises row crops and cattle in Clark County, […]
4-H leaders highlight youth leadership and career development during National 4-H Week
Two state 4-H leaders say National 4-H Week has been an opportunity to highlight how hands-on learning can help prepare students for their next steps. Jeff McCutcheon, Ohio’s state 4-H director, says […]
Maritime industry shift to biofuels could open $10 billion revenue door
A renewable energy company says the expanded use of biodiesel and biomethane in the maritime industry could be a game changer for the ag industry. Ben Kruger, senior vice president […]
Asian long horned tick confirmed in Kansas
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment and the Department of Agriculture has confirmed the state’s first occurrence of the Asian long longhorned tick. The agencies say it was found […]
Rising input costs push U.S. farmers toward financial crisis, ag leaders warn
The Farmers for Free Trade Executive Director says input costs have been one of the major challenges preventing farmers from breaking even this year. Brian Kuehl says his group is halfway through a 14-state […]
Boozman: details still being finalized before Trump administration moves forward on aid
The chairman of the U.S. Senate Ag Committee says there are still logistics to be finalized before the Trump administration moves forward with farmer assistance. John Boozman from Arkansas tells […]