Top-end yield loss possible after August storms in parts of Nebraska
A south-central Nebraska farmer says crop conditions are mixed. Morgan Wrich of Nelson says corn is in good shape despite on-going moisture issues. “Things are still pretty wet out there. […]
Rain-perfect season sets stage for big harvest in southeast Kansas
Harvest season is ramping up in southeast Kansas, and an Elk County farmer says conditions have set his crop up for a breakout year. Ben Bellar tells Brownfield, “Honestly, […]
Pork industry highlights key ag issues during Fall Legislative Conference
A Minnesota pork producer says several ag policy issues were discussed with members of Congress during last week’s Fall Legislative Action Conference in Washington, D.C. Maddie Hokanson of Goodhue is […]
Farm Rescue ready to help this harvest
A volunteer with Farm Rescue says the organization stands ready to help farm families in crisis this harvest season. John Radke says over 500 volunteers across 10 Midwestern states can […]
USDA forecasts food prices to rise nearly 3% in 2025
A food economist says August grocery prices posted the largest month-to-month increase in several years. David Ortega with Michigan State University tells Brownfield there are still inflationary pressures impacting food costs. […]
Eligible livestock producers can now apply for USDA’s $1B emergency assistance
The USDA has announced $1 billion in disaster recovery assistance for livestock producers impacted by floods and wildfires. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins tells Brownfield the funding is available through the […]
Rainfall likely across Corn Belt after hot, dry stretch
Iowa’s state climatologist says short-term outlooks show rain could be likely across parts of the Corn Belt later this week. Justin Glisan says the recent trend has been hot and […]
Corn exports off to strong start in 2025/26, USDA reports sharp year-over-year gains
The USDA says grain and oilseed export inspections during the week ending September 11th were mostly above what’s needed to meet projections for the current marketing year. The 2025/26 marketing […]
U.S. and China talk tariffs in Spain, soybean purchases still uncertain
The U.S. and China held trade discussions in Madrid, Spain over the weekend. Ag economist Greg McBride with Allendale says disputes over tariffs were a focal point. “I don’t think […]
Labor on the minds of meat packers
The president of American Foods Group says that finding adequate labor remains the top challenge for the meat-packing industry. “The reality is there’s jobs in this industry that there is […]