Revised Wisconsin animal fee plan leaves big funding gap
Wisconsin’s administration backed away from large fee increases for animal health programs and services, but that means something else must be done to fund them. It’s been eighteen years since […]
Pillen urges less reliance on China, more focus on domestic demand
Nebraska’s governor says the ag industry needs to continue to expand markets for its products. Jim Pillen says the U.S. should be less reliant on China. “My view of […]
First U.S. sorghum shipment to China highlights export opportunity for large crop
A western Kansas farmer says 2025 could be a record year for the sorghum industry. Amy France, chairwoman with the National Sorghum Producers, tells Brownfield, “We’re anticipating a 23 percent […]
Ag economist says traditional farm bill may be a thing of the past
An ag economist says the days of a traditional farm bill could be numbered. Will Snell with the University of Kentucky tells Brownfield it won’t be like what agriculture has […]
Indiana ag industry calling for long-term demand solutions to help support struggling ag economy
Some members of the Indiana ag industry want demand certainty to help provide long-term support for the ag economy. Decatur County farmer Andrew Stewart says developing new trade relationships could […]
Fall crop reporting could be impacted by FSA staffing levels, raising concerns about timely submissions
Farmers continue to navigate the impacts of the ongoing government shutdown. A crop insurance specialist says now that distribution of ARC and PLC has started, the next challenge for farmers […]
Illinois Farm Bureau president says cattle producers need stable, transparent markets amid import debate
The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau says the organization’s membership is worried about recent developments in the cattle industry. Brian Duncan, who farms in Ogle County, tells Brownfield, “I […]
Iowa Congressman calls for emergency aid, expanded markets for farmers
A U.S. Congressman suggests while farmers aren’t seeking bailouts, emergency federal assistance is needed. Iowa Republican Zach Nunn says expanding market access would be ideal. “That’s both internationally, as the […]
Southeast Minnesota farmer calls yields good, “not great”
A southeast Minnesota farm family is nearing the finish line on harvest. Brennen Toquam of Blooming Prairie says it’s been a good fall. “Really good, honestly. We had a few […]
Ukraine expands crop production despite ongoing war
An ag economist says farmers in Ukraine have started to expand crop production despite the on-going war with Russia. Antonina Broyaka with Kansas State University says the country’s exports are […]