Are drones a useful tool for farming operations?
A crop protection specialist says spray drones can play an important role on today’s farms. WinField United’s Tyler Steinkamp tells Brownfield, “Drones, especially as we continue to develop this technology, […]
CME cash dairy prices mostly up to start the week
Cash dairy prices were mostly up Monday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0100 at $0.6750. No sales were reported. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up $0.0150 to $1.4475. One sale was recorded at $1.45. Cheese barrels were up $0.0100 to $1.4850. No sales were reported. Butter was up $0.0125 to […]
Corn, soybean export inspections stay on track
The USDA’s reporting a solid week for corn and soybean export inspections. Both beans and corn during the week ending July 2nd were above a year ago and ahead of […]
USDA, SBA team up to protect farmers and ranchers
The USDA and Small Business Administration have launched a new effort to help farmers push back against costly regulations. In a media release, the SBA says the memorandum of understanding […]
Input prices, labor shortages pressure sheep farmers
A Minnesota sheep farmer says high input costs are creating challenges. Amanda Cook of Center City tells Brownfield raising livestock is getting more expensive. “The cost of goods is a […]
July reporting deadline critical for Nebraska livestock producers
Nebraska livestock producers have until July 15 to file an acreage report to help maintain eligibility for drought assistance. State FSA Director Hillary Maricle tells Brownfield enrolling forage acres is […]
Most grain is sold, but market worries remain for Minnesota grower
Many farmers are pricing old and new crop grain. Tim Waibel grows corn and soybeans near Courtland in south-central Minnesota and says most of his crop is priced. “We’ve done […]
Identifying Pest Pressure
Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Jeff Moon, says when it comes to insects that pose a threat to corn, there are a number of suspects to be on the lookout […]
Warm, humid nights favor tar spot
A technical service representative with BASF says the recent heat wave may have slowed down development of tar spot during the day. However, Katie Stratham tells Brownfield… “Tar spot likes […]
Hot weather on the Plains, seasonal temps across the Corn Belt; a more tranquil period for most
Across the Corn Belt, temperatures have mostly fallen to near- or slightly below-normal levels, following the recent hot spell. Cooler weather is benefiting corn and soybeans entering reproduction. However, a […]