Semi-automatic milking system called “game changer”
A milking system that reduces labor by using robotic milk technology is now available. James Bringe with GEA tells Brownfield dairy farmers have been asking for a simple semi-automatic milking […]
Group says EPA’s RVO targets left out biogas
The American Biogas Council says the EPA’s recently-announced Renewable Volume Obligations for renewable fuel were good for ethanol and biodiesel, but inadequate for biogas. Executive Director Patrick Serfass says, “We […]
Adjustments to breeding and surveillance practices amid New World screwworm concerns
A cow-calf producer in south Texas says the threat of New World screwworm has had an impact on animal husbandry practices. Stephen Diebel president of the Texas Southwest Cattle Raisers Association says producers […]
Late-season fertilizer purchases above normal as market tightens
A fertilizer market analyst says last-minute purchases are running higher than usual, as much of the supply is typically secured well before planting begins. “Normally I would say a lot […]
JBS agrees to resume talks, prompting end to three‑week worker strike in Greeley, Colorado
Workers at the JBS meat processing facility in Greeley, Colorado are set to return to work, ending a strike that’s lasted nearly three weeks. The slaughter capacity at JBS in Greeley is 5,500 head, […]
Brad Finstad: new farmer aid could reach $20 billion
A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says another round of farmer aid could total $15 to $20 billion. Minnesota Republican Brad Finstad calls the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program […]
Corn, sorghum export inspections stay ahead of last marketing year
Corn continues to leave U.S. ports at a fast pace. The USDA says corn export inspections during the week ending April 2nd were up sharply on the year as purchases […]
Middle East conflict could drive higher food prices, economist says
An ag economist says the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could have lasting ripple effects throughout the entire food supply chain. Ken Foster with Purdue University says labor, transportation, […]
New Gene Discovery Could Help Soybeans Fight SCN
Scientists have identified a gene, GM SNAP 14, that plays a key role in how soybean plants respond to SCN infection. The Director of Licensing and Commercialization, Bryan Stobaugh, says […]
Iowa planting season lifting farmer optimism despite economic, global pressures
The CEO of the Agribusiness Association of Iowa says the start of planting season is lifting farmer sentiment across the state. Julie Kenney tells Brownfield that’s happening despite a downturn […]