Missouri FFA members celebrate National FFA Week at state capitol
Several Missouri FFA members are at the state capitol to celebrate National FFA Week. State FFA Officer Gage Swindler from Caldwell County tells Brownfield “there are members from Ashland, Brunswick, […]
Missouri FFA promotes ag education on give FFA day
It’s Give FFA Day and a state vice president with the Missouri FFA says it’s a time for people to invest in ag education. Maddy Rash from Dallas County tells […]
Big week for U.S. pork export sales, mostly to Mexico
U.S. pork export sales were strong during the week ending February 19th. The USDA says pork sales were larger than average, with Mexico picking up more than half of the […]
Widespread drought raises concerns for 2026 crop season
The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows nearly 75 percent of the country is facing drought conditions. Central Illinois Farmer Ken Franklin says the situation is dire. “Our subsoil moisture is […]
White House accelerates ag export funding ahead of 2027 expansion
The Trump administration plans to expedite funds to boost U.S. ag exports. USDA Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley says the One Big Beautiful Bill Act doubles the money available […]
Strong pork market outlook as high beef prices boost demand, MSU expert says
A livestock economist says the outlook for pork producers this year is positive. Michigan State University’s Jaime Luke tells Brownfield, “These really high beef prices are providing some more support […]
Policy support key as Canada remains largest U.S. ethanol customer
Policy will shape the future of U.S. ethanol exports to its top customer. Advanced Biofuels Canada Association president Fred Ghatala calls biofuels a “policy game.” “Renewable fuels exist because policy […]
Iowa ag officials confirm new HPAI cases, stress poultry safety
Two new cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza have been confirmed in Iowa. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship says the detections occurred within multi-species backyard flocks in […]
Rollins says USDA programs and trade are boosting ag outlook
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says U.S. agriculture is building momentum in early 2026. During a press conference Wednesday afternoon, she said the USDA has opened enrollment for the Farmer Bridge […]
Label reading is a must
Because the red meat allergy that is caused by Alpha-Gal Syndrome can present itself in different labels, University of Missouri Extension Educator Eden Stewart says consumers have to be diligent […]