Trump administration’s challenge to Michigan cage-free law dismissed
A federal judge has dismissed an attempt by the Trump administration to eliminate Michigan’s cage-free egg law. Nancy Barr with the Michigan Allied Poultry Industries (MAPI) tells Brownfield all eggs […]
Barn fire reported at Hulsbosch Dairy Farm in Decatur County
One of the largest dairy farms in southern Indiana is recovering after a fire damaged one of its barns. Local fire departments responded to the incident at Hulsbosch Dairy Farm […]
Indiana Pork expands disease prevention efforts as part of its Swine Health Advisory Committee
The director of producer education for Indiana Pork says protecting the health of the U.S. swine herd remains a top priority for producers in 2027. Stacy Herr, director of producer […]
Red meat production expected to fall, poultry to rise
USDA has trimmed its 2026 red meat production projections while increasing expectations for poultry. Beef production is estimated 24.802 billion pounds, a drop of 75 million from September on light […]
USDA increases sorghum yield guess
USDA’s sorghum crop estimate is up on the month, but sharply below a year ago. Production is now seen at 291.075 million bushels, rising 3% from September on a higher […]
Record yields in sight for central Minnesota farmer
A farmer in central Minnesota could be on the verge of a record crop. Brownton corn and soybean grower Ryan Mackenthun says bean yields range from the mid 60’s to […]
Expanded beef imports fail to lower retail prices, pressure cattle producers
Livestock economist James Mitchell at the University of Arkansas says President Trump’s expanded beef import plan hasn’t provided noticeable price relief for consumers and has pressured cattle prices. “All of […]
Missouri expands dyed diesel exemption to all motorists, extends ag hauling limits
Missouri is expanding its temporary dyed diesel exemption to all motorists and extending higher ag hauling weight limits through December 31. Governor Mike Kehoe signed a new executive order Friday, […]
USDA upland cotton estimate higher, rice lower
The USDA has increased expectations for this year’s upland cotton crop, while cutting the outlook for rice. The 2026 upland cotton crop is now pegged at 13.059 million bales, rising […]
Small soybeans, poor pod fill challenge southeast Minnesota farmer
Early soybean yields are not what southeast Minnesota farmer Dan Glessing was expecting. “So far, beans have been disappointing to say the least.” The Waverly grower tells Brownfield others in […]