Economist says next supply and demand report may not move the market much
An ag economist doesn’t expect the next supply and demand report to have a significant impact on commodity prices. Jeff Peterson is the president of Heartland Farm Partners. “Here’s […]
Missouri lawmaker accepts Trump appointment
(Courtesy: Alisa Nelson at Missouri Net Radio News) A Missouri state representative has stepped down to accept a USDA appointment from President Trump. Republican State Representative Ben Baker from Neosho […]
2025 World Food Prize Laureate Announcement
Brownfield’s Brent Barnett will attend the 2025 World Food Prize Laureate Announcement The post 2025 World Food Prize Laureate Announcement appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
Iowa farmer discusses importance of on-farm research
A northwest Iowa farmer says on-farm research has been one his biggest priorities in recent years. Brent Swart raises soybeans and corn near Spencer with his brother Steve. “We’ve done […]
Many ag programs, policies to be stripped from new Wisconsin budget
A lobbyist for agriculture says Wisconsin’s next state budget from the Legislature will remove policy items from the Governor’s proposed budget, potentially putting some ag programs on hold. Shawn Pfaff […]
Does your pasture ground need a renovation?
An extension field specialist for livestock says producers might need to renovate their hay or pasture ground following a multi-year drought. Gene Schmitz with the University of Missouri says overgrazing […]
A much warmer, but wetter pattern ahead for much of the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures in the central and eastern U.S., while cooler-than-normal conditions will cover the Far West. […]
Sand management important to dairy farms
Sand management is an important consideration on many dairy farms. Renee Schrift with McLanahan Corporation says producers often source locally. “It’s going to do the job for their manure system […]
More cash cattle trade develops Wednesday
Chicago Mercantile Exchange live and feeder cattle futures closed lower on technical selling, waiting for direct cash business to get established in the north. June live cattle were down $1.15 […]
Optimism about Ag Road funds as Wisconsin legislature begins work on budget details
The Wisconsin Legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance gets down to details on the next biennial budget Thursday. Farmer and Assembly Ag Committee Chair Travis Tranel tells Brownfield the state spends […]