Tariff extension fueling economic uncertainty for farmers
A pair of Iowa farmers say the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the current trade landscape is impacting the long-term growth of the ag economy. Aaron Lehman, Iowa Farmers Union president, says […]
2025 broiler placements stay 1% ahead of 2024
Broiler hatchery data continues to imply higher production this year than last year. The USDA says 251.463 million broiler type eggs were set into incubators, 918,000 less than the previous […]
Corn leaf aphids on the mind
A pair of agronomists say some Illinois farmers have corn leaf aphids on their minds. Chad Kalaher, with Beck’s Hybrids, says some areas of the state were hit hard by […]
Alfalfa research focuses on future challenges
An alfalfa breeding program is focused on creating plants that can thrive under extreme growing conditions. Dr. Erika Rodbell with Forage Genetics International tells Brownfield researchers are looking ten years […]
Improved alfalfa traits give more yield and flexibility
Researchers says their work has brought new alfalfa varieties to farms, and more benefits. Dave Witte with Forage Genetics International says they focus on alfalfa research and development, and today’s […]
Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference
Brownfield’s Nicole Heslip covers the Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference The post Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
U.S. Grains Council Annual Board of Delegates Meeting
Brownfield’s Nicole Heslip covers the U.S. Grains Council Annual Board of Delegates Meeting The post U.S. Grains Council Annual Board of Delegates Meeting appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
Naturipe Farms’ Berry Blue Breeding Media Tour
Brownfield’s Nicole Heslip attends the Naturipe Farms’ Berry Blue Breeding Media Tour The post Naturipe Farms’ Berry Blue Breeding Media Tour appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
Pork producers encouraged by progress in industry
A pair of pork producers in Nebraska say they’re cautiously optimistic about the future of the industry. Clint Damme owns a feeder-to-finish operation near the southeast town of Talmage and […]
Beck’s Hybrids – Central IL Becknology Days
Brownfield’s Jared White covers Beck’s Hybrids – Central IL Becknology Days The post Beck’s Hybrids – Central IL Becknology Days appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story