Illinois Manufacturers Association sees farm bill as opportunity to spur economic growth
The president and CEO of the Illinois Manufacturer’s Association says the certainty alone of a new five-year farm bill could be an economic driver. Mark Denzler tells Brownfield, “Any business, […]
EPA unaware of White House ag event, casting doubt on RVO reveal
It is unclear whether the Trump administration will make a major announcement on biofuels during an event next week. American Coalition for Ethanol members flew to Washington D.C. this week […]
Concerns about long-term nitrogen price hikes as Middle East tensions continue
An agribusiness group says ongoing tensions in the Middle East could cause long-term global supply disruptions for nitrogen fertilizer. Mike Seyfert, CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association says […]
Concerns about long-term nitrogen price hikes as Middle East tensions continue
An agribusiness group says ongoing tensions in the Middle East could cause long-term global supply disruptions for nitrogen fertilizer. Mike Seyfert, CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association says […]
Cash dairy prices end the week mostly higher
Cash dairy prices were higher except for cheese barrels on Friday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was up $0.0150 at $0.66. One sale was recorded at that price. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up $0.0150 at $1.6625. Two sales were recorded at $1.66 and $1.6625. Cheese barrels remained unchanged at $1.57. No sales were recorded. Butter was up $0.0075, matching Wednesday’s price at $1.80. Eight sales were […]
Cash dairy prices end the week mostly higher
Cash dairy prices were higher except for cheese barrels on Friday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was up $0.0150 at $0.66. One sale was recorded at that price. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up $0.0150 at $1.6625. Two sales were recorded at $1.66 and $1.6625. Cheese barrels remained unchanged at $1.57. No sales were recorded. Butter was up $0.0075, matching Wednesday’s price at $1.80. Eight sales were […]
Fordyce: USDA accelerating wildfire assistance, expanding grazing options
USDA’s Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation says the agency is working to fast-track disaster assistance for producers impacted by recent wildfires. Richard Fordyce tells Brownfield CRP contracts will open […]
Farmers using microbes to boost yields and profits
The founder of Imio says some farmers are turning to biologicals to manage residue and reduce fertilizer costs. Charles Smith says some products that enhance microbial activity can free up […]
How Ohio farmers and research helped launch no-till adoption
A long-time no-till advocate says research and key farmers from Ohio have helped make the practice what it is today. Executive director of the Ohio No-Till Council Randall Reeder tells […]
Investment and Infrastructure
Hear about the importance of infrastructure to U.S soy. With over half of U.S. soybeans exported, a reliable transportation system to move our beans is critical. Learn more in this […]