Fertilizer prices continue to rise
The president of the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association says fertilizer prices continue to climb. KJ Johnson says global factors are weighing on all varieties of fertilizer. “There’s Russia, you’re […]
Pest pressure hitting corn and soybeans
A cropping systems specialist with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln says insect pressure has been extremely variable this season. Ron Seymore tells Brownfield western bean cutworm infestations have been unusually high […]
Soybean aphids nearing thresholds in northwest Minnesota
A northwest Minnesota farmer tells Brownfield soybean aphid pressure is at or near threshold levels. Blair Hoseth farms near Mahnomen. “We’ve sprayed one field (for aphids), and then we’ve had […]
Weather challenges make putting up hay difficult
Persistently wet weather this summer has frustrated many alfalfa growers, including Jolene Riessen in northwest Iowa. “The deal with the alfalfa is just trying to get it up around the […]
Making a lasting impact on the ag industry
This year’s Purdue Extension Emerging Women in Agriculture Leadership Award winner says she wants to make a lasting impact on the industry. Miami County native Alexandra Merritt says her passion […]
Sen. Grassley reflects on favorite state fair activities, hasn’t missed a fair since 1974
A U.S. Senator from Iowa says he hasn’t missed an Iowa State Fair in more than 50 years. Republican Chuck Grassley tells Brownfield he’s been a consistent fairgoer since 1974. […]
4-H Exhibits Building packed with high-quality projects at 2025 Iowa State Fair
The executive director of the Iowa 4-H Foundation says the Iowa State Fair is a significant showcase for 4-H members across the state. Emily Saveraid says the 4-H Exhibits Building […]
Minnesota feedlot permit application fee hike paused
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has paused an increase to feedlot permit application fees. Minnesota Pork Producers Association director of public policy strategy and sustainability Lauren Servick says the 48 […]
Brown stem rot, SDS common in 2025 soybean crop
An extension instructor says he’s seeing an uptick in brown stem rot and sudden death syndrome in this year’s soybean crop. Talon Mues with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln says development […]
Heat, humidity for many; storms favor the upper Midwest, western & northern Corn Belt
Across the Corn Belt, near- or slightly above-normal temperatures; scattered thunderstorms; and mostly abundant soil moisture reserves are supporting robust corn and soybean development. Friday’s Midwestern high temperatures will remain […]