Cover crop program opens enrollment, adds incentives
A cover crop program supported by several commodity groups is making it easier for farmers to participate. Farmers for Soil Health Executive Director Ben West tells Brownfield that farmers should like the changes made […]
Senate E15 author wants to capitalize on momentum
A Senator from Nebraska says the support is growing to pass nationwide, year-round E15 in the U.S. Senate. Deb Fischer, the author of the bill, says several Senators recently had […]
Ethanol production rises on demand expectations, margins
Ethanol production hit a five-week high last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.111 million barrels per day. That was the highest since early April, up 29,000 […]
Alfalfa weevils prompt calls for diligent scouting, management
A forage specialist says he’s concerned about alfalfa weevil pressure across parts of the Midwest. “Alfalfa weevil is probably one of the most income-limiting pest that we have in our […]
RFA optimistic on Senate path for E15 legislation
The president of the Renewable Fuels Association is hopeful having E15 as a standalone bill in the Senate helps its chances of success. Geoff Cooper tells Brownfield. “We actually think […]
Conservation practices help protect Minnesota waterways
The president of the Minnesota Farmers Union says conservation management practices are becoming more common among producers. Gary Wertish says there’s a big focus on water quality through practices like […]
NFU president warns high fertilizer prices may persist
The president of the National Farmers Union says he’s concerned that high fertilizer prices could be sticking around for an extended period of time. Rob Larew tells Brownfield, “The fact […]
Rising fuel and fertilizer costs renew calls for farm aid
A Minnesota farmer says another round of federal financial assistance is needed in agriculture. Nathan Serbus grows corn, soybeans, and sweet corn in Renville County and was recently asked by […]
Big expectations for Illinois wheat crop
The president of the Illinois Wheat Association says the state’s 2026 crop is looking promising. Tracy Heuerman, who farms in Effingham County, says this year’s tour of 25 southern Illinois […]
Cash dairy sales mostly lower Wednesday
Cash dairy prices were lower on Wednesday except for block cheese at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0075 at $0.6825. One sale was recorded at that price. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up $0.0375 at $1.57. Twenty-one sales were recorded, ranging from $1.5325 to $1.57. Cheese […]