Large reductions in Michigan cherry crop
A northern Michigan cherry grower says farmers in the region are expecting to harvest a significantly smaller crop following a damaging frost this spring. Ben LaCross tells Brownfield a warmup […]
Managing corn rootworm with Vorceed Enlist from Pioneer
A corn specialist with Pioneer says corn rootworm has become increasingly problematic the last few years. Macy Marek tells Brownfield, “You can think back to only having struggles of it […]
Turkey hatchery data implies supply growth
Turkey hatchery numbers are pointing towards an increase in supply. That’s as the industry continues efforts to rebuild the flock following infections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. The USDA says […]
Specialty crop growers thankful for marketing assistance
A potato industry leader says a second wave of Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops program payments has been a welcome relief for growers. Michigan Potato Industry Commission’s Kelly Turner tells […]
Justice Department challenging California’s egg laws
The U.S. Justice Department says California’s egg regulations violate the Constitution and have contributed to higher egg prices. The lawsuit claims state laws oppose the Egg Products Inspection Act, and […]
USB’s July board meeting underway, trade a major focus
The secretary of the United Soybean Board says there’s a lot of growth potential for U.S. soybean exports. Susan Watkins tells Brownfield it’s a big focus of this week’s USB […]
NPPC and NPB developing National Swine Health Strategy
The National Pork Producers Council and the National Pork Board are developing a health strategy to help protect the U.S. swine herd. Anna Forseth, NPPC’s director of animal health, says […]
“How to stay profitable?” A common question among farmers
A farm business management instructor says farmers are asking about how to stay profitable while margins are tight. Kristina McVicker is with South Central College in Mankato, Minnesota. “It’s a […]
Cash dairy steady to lower Monday
Cash dairy prices were steady to lower in light trading Monday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was unchanged at $0.5675. No sales were recorded. Forty-pound cheese blocks were […]
Keeping the farm going
The founder of American Harvest Financial says succession plans are critical to protecting the future of family farms and ranches. Heather Venenga says 70% of plans fail because of a […]