False New World screwworm report being investigated in MO
An investigation is underway into the false report that New World screwworm was detected in Missouri. Missouri State Attorney General Andrew Bailey and Ag Director Chris Chinn requested the inquiry […]
NWS continues to create challenges for the cattle industry
An ag economist says the import ban of live cattle from Mexico continues to put pressure on producers in the southern United States. Last month, Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced […]
Cash dairy prices end week steady to lower
Cash dairy prices were steady to lower except for whey Friday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was up $0.0125 to $0.58. Two sales were recorded at $0.5725 and […]
Minnesota alfalfa harvest going well
The first alfalfa harvest of the season is going smoothly in Minnesota. University of Minnesota Extension crops educator Dave Nicolai says growers typically begin the first cut toward the end […]
Weed Science Society shares funding cut concerns with lawmakers
The Weed Science Society of America is urging lawmakers to consider the consequences of federal funding cuts to agriculture. Hilary Sandler, an extension professor with the University of Massachusetts, is […]
Growing demand for tallow adding to overall carcass value
An ag economist says the growing demand for edible or inedible tallow, grease, and lard is adding value to cattle and hogs. David Anderson, professor and extension economist – livestock and […]
Nebraska farmer says his crops need more sun, warmer temps
A northeast Nebraska dairy farmer says his crops could use warmer weather and more moisture Doug Timme of Wayne tells Brownfield it was a quick planting season for many farmers […]
Rains welcome in fight against weeds
The outreach agronomist with the Illinois Soybean Association says recent widespread rains should help many farmers in the fight against weeds. Stephanie Porter tells Brownfield many herbicides need moisture to […]
U.S. Wheat Associates/Ohio Corn and Wheat host South American Trade Mission
Brownfield’s Erin Anderson attends the U.S. Wheat Associates/Ohio Corn and Wheat-hosted South American Trade Mission stop in Ohio. The post U.S. Wheat Associates/Ohio Corn and Wheat host South American Trade […]
New rapid detection test could help combat HPAI
Researchers at Purdue University have created a rapid detection test that could help poultry producers combat highly pathogenic avian influenza faster. Mohit Verma, associate professor of ag and biological engineering, […]