Axiota Animal Health to base global operations in Kansas
A biomanufacturing company focused on cattle health is moving its global headquarters to the Great Plains. Axiota Animal Health recently announced it will name its Wamego, Kansas, research and development […]
Texas cattle producer says protecting the U.S. cattle herd is top priority as USDA weighs reopening border to Mexican cattle
A cow-calf operator in southeast Texas says when it comes to resuming live cattle imports from Mexico protecting the health of the U.S. cattle herd is the top priority. Stephen […]
Erratic spring weather keeps northern Iowa growers guessing
It’s been a start and stop beginning to spring for northern Iowa farmer Brandon Fonken. “Mother nature can’t make up its mind what it wants to do. We had a […]
Some farmers making late seed decisions amid global uncertainty
A Stine Seed Company representative says some farmers are still making planting decisions due to geopolitical uncertainty. David Thompson, Stine’s director of brand strategy, tells Brownfield, “Fertilizer prices are weighing […]
Dairy markets end week higher
The dairy markets closed out the short trading week with higher prices. Katie Burgess with Ever.ag tells Brownfield a couple of products showed signs of strength Thursday. “On Thursday, we […]
Farmers, consumers could benefit from year-round E15, CHS CEO says
The CEO of the nation’s largest farmer-owned cooperative sees farmers and consumers benefiting if Congress can pass year-round nationwide E15. Jay Debertin with CHS says access to higher ethanol blends […]
Feenstra highlights economic impact of growing biofuel markets
A U.S. Congressman is encouraged by recent progress on biofuels policy. Iowa Republican Randy Feenstra tells Brownfield the Renewable Volume Obligations announced by the EPA send a strong signal to […]
RFA: February ethanol exports up sharply on year
The U.S. exported 209.9 million gallons of ethanol during February. The Renewable Fuels Association says that was down 1% on the month, but up 36% on the year, with more […]
Fertilizer prices surge as Hormuz closure enters fifth week, analyst says
A fertilizer market analyst says prices remain stubbornly high, offering little relief for farmers heading into the growing season. “It’s getting to the point where farmers are throwing their hands […]
Kansas decision on E15 draws criticism from corn leaders
The CEO of Kansas Corn says he’s disappointed and frustrated by his state’s decision to opt out of selling year-round E15 starting in 2027. Josh Roe says it undercuts efforts […]