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 […]
The push for year-round, nationwide E15 continues in D.C.
A U.S. Congressman says passing year-round, nationwide E15 remains a priority for many Midwestern lawmakers. Mike Flood of Nebraska tells Brownfield the skinny farm bill is an option. “We want […]
Economist: Farm equipment sales slump for 25th straight month
An economist with Creighton University says he’s concerned about the continued slump in the ag equipment market. Ernie Goss tells Brownfield the farm equipment index recently sank below growth neutral […]
Soybean market faces uncertainty amid U.S. harvest and weak China demand
An agricultural economist with Advance Trading says soybean growers are facing considerable market uncertainty as the U.S. harvest gains momentum. Brian Basting says the lack of a tangible trade deal […]
Argentina’s temporary tax suspension sparks fire sale of grain exports
Argentina has announced a temporary suspension of taxes on grain exports. Ag economist Jim McCormick with AgMarket.Net tells Brownfield, “Right now, beans they have about a 26% export tax on […]
It’s Almost Harvest Time
In this Pods for Profit, Michigan State University Extension’s soybean educator Eric Anderson joins us with recommendations for farmers to bring in the most beans possible. The post It’s Almost […]
USDA evaluating regional hub locations ahead major department reorganization
The deputy secretary at the USDA says he’s evaluating regional hub locations for the department’s reorganization. Stephen Vaden tells Brownfield he’ll be in Missouri this week. “We believe it is […]
Cattle industry urges action as screwworm fly spreads north
The CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says the detection of New World screwworm just 70 miles from the southern border is concerning. Colin Woodall says, “Time is no […]
AgriBusiness Council of Indiana names new president and CEO
AgriBusiness Council of Indiana has named Melissa Rekeweg as its new president and CEO. Rekeweg will lead the organization’s efforts to serve Indiana’s grain, feed, seed, plant food, and chemistry […]
China could renew U.S. ag purchases, but patience needed
The CEO of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture says he’s optimistic the U.S. and China can reach a trade agreement that benefits U.S. agriculture. But Ted McKinney […]