Ag experts say U.S.-China discussions fail to address key farm trade issues
An ag economist says President Trump’s recent meeting with China’s president didn’t address ag trade tensions between the two countries. “It was a little bit disappointing in the ag sector […]
Mainstreet economy dips in latest RMI survey
The latest Rural Mainstreet Index reveals declining economic conditions in the Midwest. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says the September survey showed the region’s economic index sank below growth neutral […]
Drone technology helps Illinois farmer improve soil health with timely cover crops
A southwestern Illinois farmer says recent rains should do wonders for his cover crops. Dale Haudrich, who farms in Monroe County, says drones seeded cover crops into his standing corn […]
Walmart highlights commitment to local farmers with Midwest tours
Walmart store managers are touring farms across the Midwest to strengthen supply chain transparency and prioritize local suppliers during harvest. Jeff Stone, with Corporate Affairs and Community Relations at Walmart, […]
Planting date and drought show yield contrasts in Ohio fields
A pair of agronomists with Beck’s Hybrids say rapid weather changes throughout the growing season have created crop variability across the state. Northern Ohio-based Mike Hannewald says early-season rainfall is impacting […]
This Harvest, Let’s Put Safety First—Because Lives Depend on It
Commentary. You never think it’ll happen to you. Not on your farm. Not with your family. But the numbers don’t lie. Every three days in the U.S., a child dies […]
U.S. ethanol exports to soar under new UK trade framework, says RFA CEO
The CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association sees tremendous potential for U.S. ethanol in the trade framework with the United Kingdom. Geoff Cooper says the UK has become a top […]
Momentum continues for beef, pork demand
The president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation says he’s optimistic about long term, global demand for American beef and pork. Dan Halstrom says trade agreement frameworks […]
Grassley: farmers can’t wait for aid, crisis echoes 1980’s collapse
Republican members of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee recently met to discuss potential “bridge” payments to help farmers through the slumping ag economy. Iowa’s Chuck Grassley tells Brownfield the private […]
Wisconsin prepares for surge in international delegations at World Dairy Expo
Wisconsin’s Ag Secretary says he’s expecting more foreign visitors at this year’s World Dairy Expo. Set-up is underway for next week’s World Dairy Expo in Madison, and Randy Romanski tells […]