Fertilizer price spike could shift crop rotations in 2026
A market analyst says the run-up in fertilizer prices due to the Middle East conflict may have some farmers reconsidering their crop rotations this year. Jeff Peterson with Heartland Farm […]
New Testament Herbicide Targets Early-Season Weed Control in Corn and Soybeans
At Commodity Classic 2026, Helena Product Manager Paul Sauer discussed a new herbicide designed to help growers stay ahead of tough weeds early in the season Sauer tells Brownfield the […]
GDM Seed Brand Realignment Aims to Deliver Local Focus and Consistent Results for U.S. Farmers
A major brand restructuring by GDM Seeds is designed to bring a stronger regional focus and more consistent results to farmers across the U.S. Dave Hoy, Agronomy Manager for AgriGold, […]
The Risks of AI in Agriculture: Why Farmers Must Balance Technology with Experience
Artificial intelligence is becoming a bigger part of agriculture every year. From equipment that practically drives itself to software that recommends when to spray, fertilize, or plant – the technology […]
UPL Launches Intrava DX Herbicide and Grower Finance Program While Helping Farmers Tackle Resistant Weeds and Southern Rust
Farmers continue to face mounting challenges—from tightening operating budgets to herbicide-resistant weeds and unpredictable disease pressure. At the 2026 farm show season, UPL is highlighting several tools designed to help […]
Big changes, with severe storms, snow for parts of the Corn Belt; calmer weather on the Plains
Across the Corn Belt, overnight thunderstorms produced localized wind and hail damage from Missouri into northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan. Hail up to 6 inches in diameter was reported near […]
Fertilizer availability questioned as tensions ramp up in Iran
Middle East tensions continue to add uncertainty to the fertilizer market. Ottawa County, Ohio farmer Sheldon Miller says disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz are impacting fertilizer prices and availability. […]
Getting Soybeans Off to a Strong Start with Asgrow
As growers gear up for planting season, a successful crop starts with choosing soybean genetics that deliver strong emergence, consistent performance and built-in weed management flexibility. In this episode of […]
A wide-range of temps, west to east across the Heartland; a drier pattern ahead for some
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of above-normal temperatures from the Pacific Coast to the High Plains, while colder-than-normal conditions will stretch from the Mississippi […]
NFU approves three special orders at convention
The president of the National Farmers Union says the organization’s members support engaging in respectful debates to develop strong ag policies, and keep democracy strong. Rob Larew tells Brownfield “we […]