Michigan Sugar plants SEEDs of positivity
The Michigan Sugar Company is taking a new approach to planting seeds across local communities. Community Relations Manager Tyler Kring tells Brownfield, “Much like our growers plant seeds every spring […]
Ethanol production rises as supply hits 2025 low
U.S. ethanol production moved to a two-month high last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.056 million barrels per day, up 20,000 on the week as more […]
SNAP cuts in budget reconciliation bill could hurt rural communities
The executive director of Feeding Indiana’s Hungry says the House version of the budget reconciliation bill could reduce access to food in rural communities. Emily Bryant says proposed cuts to the Supplemental […]
Planting wet causes long-term issues
A southern Illinois agronomist says even though the calendar is turning to June, farmers struggling to finish planting should still prioritize proper soil conditions. John Pike, who operates Pike Ag […]
Could the southwest monsoon season deliver relief from high winds in the WCB?
A climatologist says there could be some relief from high winds in the Western Corn Belt this summer. Brian Fuchs says it’s been a common occurrence during the planting season, […]
Weed scouting before and after spraying
Farmers are encouraged to scout for weeds before and after spraying. Ron Geis with Corteva Agriscience says farmers need to be vigilant early in the growing season. “To make sure […]
Indiana BOAH declares the state HPAI-free
The Indiana State Board of Animal Health says the state has been cleared of highly pathogenic avian influenza. Denise Derrer Spears, BOAH’s public information director, says the designation from the World Organization […]
Panel rules that tariffs on US ag buyers must be paused
A three-judge panel of the US Court of International Trade has ruled that President Trump must temporarily pause tariffs imposed on the three largest buyers of US ag products. The […]
Wireworms causing issues in some fields
The outreach agronomist with the Illinois Soybean Association says some farmers are dealing with wireworms this spring. Stephanie Porter says the insects are typically found in fields with a history […]
Iowa State University Extension Northern Research Center open house
Brownfield’s Mark Dorenkamp will attend the Iowa State University Extension Northern Research Center open house The post Iowa State University Extension Northern Research Center open house appeared first on Brownfield […]