USDA crop acreage reporting & emergency assistance programs open
A state Farm Service Agency executive director is reminding farmers to file crop acreage reports soon. Michigan’s Joel Johnson tells Brownfield the foundation for all USDA producer programs is good […]
Tariff dispute continues to impact dairy exports
The U.S. Dairy Export Council says exports to China have fallen to COVID-era levels as the impact of tariffs continues. Total U.S. export volumes declined five percent in April while […]
Ohio farmer concerned about proposed cuts to H2Ohio
There are concerns that proposed cuts to the H2Ohio program could impact the viability of local conservation efforts. Hancock County farmer Anthony Stateler says the H2Ohio program has helped his operation […]
Farmer on alert for soil-borne soybean diseases
A farmer in eastern Missouri says he’s concerned about soil-borne soybean diseases with the excessively wet spring. “We may end up having to use more fungicides this year than we […]
A good, not perfect spring
A farmer in northeast South Dakota says the spring’s weather has been good, but not perfect for the crops. Doug Sombke says it was dry and warm enough that some […]
Pork industry seeks answers to H5N1
The pork industry continues seeking answers to questions involving the H5N1 virus. Dr. Lisa Becton with the Swine Health Information Center says the influenza strain remains a threat despite no […]
Be on the lookout for waterhemp
An extension crops educator encourages farmers to be on the lookout for waterhemp. Dave Nicolai with the University of Minnesota says the weed keeps coming throughout the growing season. “That’s […]
Wisconsin FFA sets new membership record
Agricultural education is expanding in schools, even though fewer young people are growing up on a farm. Cheryl Zimmerman is the Executive Director for Wisconsin FFA, and also Secretary for […]
Corn, soybean export inspections solid
The USDA says that as of the week ending June 5th, corn and soybean export inspections are ahead of what’s needed to meet projections for the current marketing year. The […]
SoyFoam Suppresses Fires, Protects Health and Enhances Demand
Soy-based SoyFoam fire suppressant can replace the current suppressants that contain toxic forever chemicals, preserving the health of the brave individuals who combat fires. While most industrial soy products are […]