E15 expansion faces minimal resistance, but legal path still unclear
The senior vice president for the American Coalition for Ethanol suggests there’s not a lot of opposition to year-round nationwide E15. Ron Lamberty says the only group publicly against permanent […]
New NGFA report highlights $401 billion impact on rural economy
A new report from the National Grain and Feed Association shows the industry contributes more than $401 billion annually to the U.S. economy. President and CEO Mike Seyfert says the 2025 […]
Kansas farmer says winter wheat planting is off to a great start
A western Kansas farmer says winter wheat planting conditions have been ideal. Clay Schemm tells Brownfield, “I’m planting into moisture. I’m having to go two inches deep to get […]
CLAAS moving some combine production back to Germany due to tariff costs
A global equipment manufacturer says it’s transitioning some production of combines for Canada out of the U.S. due to the impact of tariffs. In a statement to Brownfield, CLAAS says […]
Drought expanding in Missouri and beyond
The state climatologist with University of Missouri Extension says a flash drought is affecting both crop and livestock farmers in Missouri. Zach Leasor tells Brownfield, “Soybeans could have used some […]
New letter to Burgum calls for phosphate on critical minerals list amid high fertilizer prices
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is seeking a resolution to help stabilize fertilizer markets. U.S. Senator Joni Ernst tells Brownfield a new letter on Wednesday asks Secretary of the Interior […]
Gov. Kehoe issues drought alert for Missouri
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has issued a drought alert for the state through December 1. The U.S. Drought Monitor currently indicates all or portions of 85 Missouri counties are experiencing […]
What’s pushing coffee prices higher?
Coffee is a staple in many households. But, like other foods, its cost has gone up exponentially. While there have been climate disruptions and inventory shortages, geopolitical issues, like trade […]
New Illinois Corn Marketing Board Chair focused on boosting farmer profitability
The newly elected chairman of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board says improving farmer profitability is a top priority. “The overall goal is to grind more corn.” Tim Thompson, who grows […]
Beneficial rains wind-down across the eastern, southern Codn Belt; seasonal temps for most
Across the Corn Belt, showers across the lower Midwest are improving topsoil moisture, following a late-summer drought. The Midwestern rain is too late for summer crops but should benefit pastures […]