CHS signs letter of intent with west-central Minnesota cooperative
CHS, the nation’s largest agricultural cooperative, has signed a letter of intent to acquire a west-central Minnesota co-op. CHS executive vice president of ag retail, distribution, and transportation Rick Dusek […]
Climatologist discusses current levels along Mississippi River
The director of USDA’s Midwest Climate Hub says the wetter than expected spring has helped rebound water levels along the Mississippi River. Dennis Todey tells Brownfield the river suffered from […]
House Ag Committee prepares for farm bill markup
The House Ag Committee’s version of the new farm bill is getting mixed feedback ahead of next week’s markup and the chairman says he’s ready for a more robust discussion. […]
Increasing Nutrient Uptake with Coron Metra
Farmers can look to increase their yield potential with the evolution of crop nutrition. On this episode of Managing for Profit, a crop specialist with Helena says with the flexibility […]
Packing a nutritional punch on a budget
While data shows food price inflation has been slowing, grocery bills are still high. Jessica Kassel a dietitian with the ST. Louis Dairy Council says there are some great budget-friendly […]
Cattle futures waiting on direct business to develop
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher, waiting for direct business to develop. June live cattle closed $.07 higher at $178.25 and August lives closed $.40 […]
Ohio Corn and Wheat helps prepare for farm transition
Ohio Corn and Wheat is providing resources to help ease farmers into the conversation about succession planning. Director of Marketing and Communications for Ohio Corn and Wheat, Marlene Eick says it’s […]
Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association supportive of traceability rule updates
A state cattle association supports USDA’s final animal disease traceability rule. Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association director Kaitlyn Root suggests updates requiring visually readable electronic identification of certain cattle should not […]
Forage fertility management
An extension agronomist is stressing the importance of fertility when managing forages. Aaron Saeugling with Iowa State University says as pastures and hayfields green up, growers need to be thinking […]
Cover crop planning window coming up
An extension educator says planting is nearly finished in central Michigan and farmers should start planning to seed cover crops. Michigan State University’s Monica Jean tells Brownfield, “Beans are almost […]
