Specialty growers await clarity on USDA’s billion-dollar Farmer Bridge Assistance program
The executive director of the Illinois Specialty Growers Association says much is still unknown about the USDA’s billion-dollar Farmer Bridge Assistance program targeted for specialty producers. Raghela Scavuzzo tells Brownfield, […]
Tariffs, quotas, and registration hurdles limit U.S. beef access to China
The head of the US Meat Export Federation says China’s recently announced tariffs on imports of beef are misguided. Dan Halstrom says the government is doing it to address inflationary […]
Property taxes a 2026 priority as Nebraska legislature faces budget gap
A Nebraska farmer says a legislative priority for 2026 is addressing property taxes. But, Jan TenBensel, says the state is facing a $471 million budget shortfall and that may make […]
What to Know Before Planting Cover Crops
Farmers should consider planting cover crops for the 2026 season. In this episode of Managing for Profit, Nebraska-based Channel Technical Agronomist Andy Swanson explains the key management strategies farmers should […]
Potash seen as best fertilizer value for farmers heading into 2026
The vice president of fertilizer with Stone X Group says potash is likely the best fertilizer buy for farmers heading into 2026. Josh Linville tells Brownfield, “Potash is probably going […]
Avian influenza returns to Arkansas poultry flocks
There’s been an increase in Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza cases in Arkansas. State Veterinarian Dr. Andrew Fidler says there’s been eight effected poultry flocks since October, with the latest confirmed […]
Rather mild, (unseasonable) generally tranquil early-January weather across the Heartland
Across the Corn Belt, precipitation across the Great Lakes region has ended, although cloudiness lingers. With a sharp Midwestern temperature gradient in place, Wednesday’s maximum readings will range from near […]
USDA bridge program boosts cotton farmers, gap remains
The president and CEO of the National Cotton Council says the USDA’s Farmer Bridge Assistance Program provides critical relief for farmers dealing with market challenges and revenue shortfalls from last […]
Reducing food waste in the New Year
In the United States, nearly 60 million tons of food is wasted every year. That is valued at around $218 Billion, yes, that was billion with a b. Kim Galeaz […]
HPAI confirmed in two Missouri flocks
The USDA says Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been confirmed in two Missouri counties. One positive case is in 10 birds in Butler County, located in southeast Missouri. The other […]