Drought expands across the Midwest; spotty showers High Plains to the upper Midwest
Across the Corn Belt, sudden warmth favors summer crop maturation and early-season harvest efforts. On September 7, Missouri led the Midwest with 9% of its corn acreage harvested, while other […]
States like Iowa seeing nitrogen loss from frequent summer rains
An abnormally wet summer in parts of the Corn Belt likely resulted in some nitrogen loss. Ty Stender with Corteva Agriscience says northern Iowa was one area that saw heavy […]
California a step away from legalizing E15 sales
California could soon legalize sales of E15. American Coalition for Ethanol senior vice president Ron Lamberty says state lawmakers recently passed a bill allowing for sales of fuel blended with […]
ADM regenerative ag program demonstrating conservation at scale
The director of climate-smart ag origination with ADM says over 5 million acres of cropland were enrolled in the company’s regenerative agriculture program last year. Paul Scheetz says it’s […]
CCA encourages smart planning & timely harvest to maximize profits
A certified crop advisor says strategizing logistics ahead of harvest is critical for farmers facing tight margins. Jason Stegink with Wide Angle Agriculture tells Brownfield combines need to be ready. “Crop quality […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 11, 2025
Dec. corn $4.19 and 3/4, up 2 and 3/4 centsNov. soybeans $10.33 and 1/2, up 8 and 1/4 centsOct. soybean meal $286.10, up $2.60Oct. soybean oil 51.08, up 61 pointsDec. […]
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 […]