Targeted herbicide application tools, ROI varies
Farmers and custom applicators are learning more about new weed management technologies, and how they can fit into the farm’s operations. Josh Kamps with the University of Wisconsin Weed Team […]
Safety stressed as harvest begins to pick up steam
On-farm and roadway safety are being highlighted as the fall harvest season gets underway. Eastern Iowa farmer Lance Lillibridge tells Brownfield the transportation of large equipment will be picking up […]
Soybean conditions favorable in eastern Iowa
A farmer in eastern Iowa says he’s pleasantly surprised by the condition of his soybean crop. Dave Walton farms near Wilton along the Mississippi River and tells Brownfield, “The potential […]
Southern rust rampant across parts of Iowa
An extension agronomist says crop diseases continue to expand across Iowa. Meaghan Anderson with Iowa State University says corn has been greatly impacted. “The big thing that came in with […]
Well-priced U.S. dairy exports in July attract demand
The U.S. Dairy Export Council says July shipments moved the second-largest volume in any given month since August 2022. U.S. dairy exports gained seven percent in volume year over year, […]
Grains rise on short covering as markets brace for USDA yield revisions
Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying. Analysts expect the USDA to cut yield Friday due to the dry finish to the season in some areas. The big […]
NAFB partnering with Feeding America to help fight hunger in rural communities
The National Association of Farm Broadcasting (NAFB) is partnering with Feeding America to help fight hunger in rural communities. Linda Nageotte, president and CEO of Feeding America, says there are […]
MAHA report prioritizes nutrition, concerns remain about crop protection availability
The executive director of the Modern Ag Alliance says the second report from the MAHA Commission focused on nutrition, but uncertainty remains about the future of crop protection tools. Elizabeth Burns-Thompson says the concerns of […]
Precision ag bringing many benefits
The senior director of agricultural services with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) says expanding the use of precision agriculture brings numerous benefits to a farming operation. Austin Gellings says […]
China steps in for pork, skips soybeans again
China bought U.S. pork last week. The USDA says Beijing purchased nearly half of the total for pork, but overall U.S. sales during the week ending September 4th were below […]