Foreign phytophthora strain found at Wisconsin plant nursery
Wisconsin officials say a foreign plant disease has been found at a Washington County nursery. The Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection says Cypress Mortality is a disease caused […]
Soy Transportation Coalition urges feds to cut costs in farm supply chain
The head of the Soy Transportation Coalition says lowering costs in the ag transportation system should be a top federal priority. Mike Steenhoek tells Brownfield, “They need to be engaged […]
Minnesota farmer wraps up harvest in just 16 days
A south-central Minnesota farmer completed harvest in just over two weeks. Wanda Patsche, who grows corn and soybeans near Welcome, says harvest began toward the end of September. “We harvested […]
Frustration mounts as USDA declines shutdown briefing, says Rep. Craig
The Ranking Member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee is frustrated with the USDA for a lack of transparency during the government shutdown. Angie Craig of Minnesota tells Brownfield Democrats […]
Muddy fields, pests, and disease concerns slow Kansas wheat planting
Central Kansas farmer Paul Penner says excessive moisture this summer and fall has been extremely problematic as he’s planting his winter wheat crop. “One neighbor that had his drill out, […]
First confirmed Asian longhorned tick in Kansas is concerning for livestock producers
The associate director of the Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory says the Asian longhorned tick is a serious threat to the livestock industry. Gregg Hanzlicek says female ticks can cause deadly health […]
NCGA calls for ag aid that expands markets, boosts ethanol demand
The chairman of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) says a proposed $10 billion assistance package would help many farmers survive the slumping ag economy. Illinois farmer Kenny Hartman Jr. […]
A drier pattern for the Heartland, stormy in the West; mild Oct. temps to continue for most
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Cattle futures mixed as boxed beef firms and cash trade stays quiet
Chicago Mercantile Exchange live and feeder cattle futures closed mixed, with boxed beef mixed at midday, preparing for widespread direct business. The choppy tone in the broader market also contributed […]
Hartman highlights corn export, MAHA wins during NCGA presidency
The immediate past president of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) says there were several highlights during his year at the helm. Kenneth Hartman Jr., who farms in Monroe County, […]