Iowa Representative welcomes pharmacy benefit management reform
An Iowa lawmaker is pleased legislation that addresses rural healthcare concerns passed this session. Representative Shannon Latham tells Brownfield pharmacy benefit management reform was one of her priorities. “We have […]
Soybeans, bean oil consolidate
Soybeans were mixed, also ending the week mixed. Contracts consolidated in light trade volume after Thursday’s drop, after initial support from the solid NOPA member crush numbers from April and […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: May 16, 2025
Jul. corn closed at $4.43 and 1/2, down 5 centsJul. soybeans closed at $10.50, down 1 and 1/4 centsJul. soybean meal closed at $291.90, down $4.50Jul. soybean oil closed at […]
New IL wheat checkoff “very, very positive”
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says the overwhelming passage of a new checkoff fund makes it an exciting time for the state’s wheat industry. Jerry Costello says […]
Iowa House Speaker praises carbon pipeline legislation
Iowa House Speaker Pat Grassley says he’s optimistic Governor Kim Reynolds will sign a bill into law that puts new restrictions on carbon pipelines. “I have not had an opportunity […]
Lack of rain affecting weed programs
A University of Wisconsin weed specialist says the lack of rain has given some weeds an advantage over crops. Rodrigo Werle tells Brownfield it was dry for more than ten […]
Strong winds lead to dusty fields in northwest Iowa
Photo courtesy of Kelly Nieuwenhuis/X A northwest Iowa farmer says high temperatures and strong winds led to some challenging conditions Friday. Kelly Nieuwenhuis tells Brownfield, “I’m glad we do very […]
Healthy Dog Importation Act reintroduced in U.S. Senate
Legislation to combat the spread of foreign animal diseases entering the U.S. has been reintroduced in the U.S. Senate. Iowa Republican Chuck Grassley says the Healthy Dog Importation Act would […]
Farmer says ag service isn’t always there when needed
A Wisconsin farmer says parts and service need to be more available during key times like planting and harvest. Raymond Dietrich raises crops for his dairy near Green Bay. He […]
A dirty grill can make foods unsafe
Summer grilling season is just around the corner. Meredith Carothers with the USDA’s Food Safety Inspection Service says it’s a good time to make sure your grill is cleaned and […]