Research finds Rapidicil offers resistance management options for farmers
Rapidicil is a novel PPO-inhibiting herbicide that offers rapid burndown and is effective on broadleaves and grasses. Field trials from 2025 shows that integrating herbicide formulations containing Rapidicil with various […]
OSU ‘Wheat to Beat’ project highlights profitability doesn’t require top yields
Ohio State University researchers are studying which wheat production practices provide the best return on investment. Agronomist Laura Lindsey tells Brownfield the ‘Wheat to Beat’ project with the Ohio Small […]
Number of farmers accessing mental health services on the rise
The deputy director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says more farmers are reaching out for mental health resources. Kristi Jones tells Brownfield, “We’re seeing an increase in telehealth and […]
Soy and Human Health
The role of soy is essential for a nutritious American diet. It benefits consumer health and drives value for U.S. farmers. Learn more about the different ways soy is helping […]
A gradual warming trends, west to east, across the Heartland; a drier pattern ahead for most
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or below-normal temperatures in the East, while warmer-than-normal weather will prevail from the Pacific Coast to the […]
A gradual warming trend, west to east, across the Heartland; a drier pattern ahead for most
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or below-normal temperatures in the East, while warmer-than-normal weather will prevail from the Pacific Coast to the […]
Brown: farmers receiving bridge payments use it for cash flow
An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says farmers have been using the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program payments to help with cash flow. Ben Brown tells Brownfield “whether that’s […]
Senate Ag Committee poised to mark up skinny farm bill this spring
A U.S. Senator from Minnesota says the Senate Ag Committee is expected to mark up on a skinny farm bill later this spring. Tina Smith says committee leaders are working […]
Cattle futures mostly higher on oversold signals
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were up, feeders were mostly higher on oversold signals, waiting for the rest of the week’s direct business to develop. April live cattle […]
Corn farmers face rising fertilizer costs ahead of spring planting
Corn farmers are feeling the pressure from higher fertilizer prices ahead of the growing season. Wes Beck, a farmer in southern Minnesota, says he’s been proactive securing fertilizer. “We locked […]