USDA makes a pair of changes to U.S. rice balance sheet, none for cotton
The USDA left U.S. cotton and rice ending stocks projections steady. For rice, the USDA did lower imports, but also cut exports, all out of long grain rough rice, leaving […]
Empowering the Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers: Brownfield’s Next Gen Podcast Debuts
Brownfield Ag News has launched its Next Gen podcast, a weekly program dedicated to the future of farming and ranching. Every Wednesday, hosts Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican explore the […]
USDA lowers 2026 U.S. beef production guess, raises broilers
The USDA cut its 2026 beef and turkey production estimates, while increasing the outlook for broilers. Beef is now seen at 25.81 billion pounds, down 110 million from February, with […]
Helena’s Austin Anderson: Adjuvants Key to Maximizing Crop Protection Performance in 2026
Adjuvants continue to play an important role in helping farmers get the most out of their crop protection programs. At the 2026 Commodity Classic, Brownfield caught up with Austin Anderson, […]
USDA leaves U.S. soybean, corn, wheat ending stocks unchanged
The USDA made no changes to domestic ending stocks projections for corn, soybeans, or wheat. The U.S. soybean carryout held at 350 million bushels, with a slight increase for imports […]
Recent market move may be chance for farmers to sell grain, economist says
An ag economist says farmers may have a good opportunity right now to sell some grain. Jim McCormick with AgMarket.Net says there’s been some gains in the corn market this […]
Farmers urged to apply early-season herbicides during warm weather window
A regional technical manager with FMC Corporation says farmers should take advantage of the recent warm up to apply early season herbicides. Gail Stratman tells Brownfield timing is everything. […]
Delegate session highlights dairy farmer losses under new Federal Milk Marketing Order
Darin Van Ruden, the president of the Wisconsin Farmers Union, says many dairy farmers aren’t a fan of the recently reformed Federal Milk Marketing Order system. “It’s taken upwards of […]
Ag research rolls on despite federal funding drop off
The cutting edge of agriculture. Laura Bleill, director of external engagement with the U of I Research Park, says despite continued uncertainty around federal funding for ag research much of […]
Novonesis Agronomist Highlights 130 Years of Innovation in Agricultural Biosolutions
Biosolutions are playing an increasingly important role in crop production, especially as farmers look for ways to improve efficiency and profitability. Adam Kayser, technical agronomist with Novonesis, tells Brownfield the […]