Farm bill path remains uncertain as Senate weighs House framework
Lawmakers in Washington continue working toward a new five-year farm bill as farmers push for long-term certainty in federal ag policy. U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley suggests the Senate’s farm bill […]
CLAAS Debuts LEXION 8500 Combine with Advanced Technology at Commodity Classic 2026
Farmers attending the 2026 Commodity Classic 2026 got their first look at a new combine designed to deliver high-capacity performance and advanced harvesting technology. Matthew Poling, Combine Product Sales Specialist […]
The Importance of Animal Agriculture to Soybean Growers
Martin County crop and livestock farmer Rochelle Krusemark serves as a director on the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council and works closely with the U.S. Meat Export Federation. She […]
EPA-Registered Biological Offers Full-Season Protection Against Soybean White Mold and SDS
Farmers looking for added protection against damaging soybean diseases have a biological option that delivers season-long benefits. According to Jared Cottenie, marketing manager for Heads Up Plant Protectants, the company’s […]
Higher costs and uncertainty as Iran conflict drives fertilizer prices up
The conflict in Iran and its impact on fertilizer and fuel had the attention of farmers at the National Farmers Union Convention. Fertilizer prices have increased more than 30 percent […]
Dairy Margin Coverage had last-minute rush to sign up
Wisconsin’s FSA Director says many dairy farmers waited until the last minute to sign up for the Dairy Margin Coverage Program. Sandy Chalmers tells Brownfield that it was predictable. “That’s […]
Minnesota soybean growers talk policy, new uses, and more at 2026 Commodity Classic
Minnesota soybean farmers were focused on policy and new domestic uses of soy at the 2026 Commodity Classic in San Antonio. AUDIO: Darin Johnson – President of Minnesota Soybean Growers […]
Wisconsin corn farmers talk policy and more at Commodity Classic
Brownfield spoke with several members of the Wisconsin Corn Growers Association and Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board at the 2026 Commodity Classic in San Antonio. AUDIO: Casey Kelleher – President WCPB […]
Potential tariff hike could impact farm inputs, economist says
The Trump administration has indicated it could soon raise its global tariff from 10% to 15%. Ag economist Jim McCormick with Ag Market.Net says U.S. farmers and ranchers could feel […]
Some specialty crop assistance details are not clear yet
A state FSA director says the agency is getting questions about the specialty crop assistance that is part of the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program. Wisconsin state director Sandy Chalmers tells […]