Local, State & Ag News
Dairy markets end week higher
The dairy markets closed out the short trading week with higher prices. Katie Burgess with Ever.ag tells Brownfield a couple of products showed signs of strength Thursday. “On Thursday, we
Farmers, consumers could benefit from year-round E15, CHS CEO says
The CEO of the nation’s largest farmer-owned cooperative sees farmers and consumers benefiting if Congress can pass year-round nationwide E15. Jay Debertin with CHS says access to higher ethanol blends
NWS warns hail, thunderstorms possible in Iowa today
Forecasters warn there may be severe weather in Iowa this afternoon. Tyler Ryan, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service office in Johnston, says a cold front will push strong
Feenstra highlights economic impact of growing biofuel markets
A U.S. Congressman is encouraged by recent progress on biofuels policy. Iowa Republican Randy Feenstra tells Brownfield the Renewable Volume Obligations announced by the EPA send a strong signal to
RFA: February ethanol exports up sharply on year
The U.S. exported 209.9 million gallons of ethanol during February. The Renewable Fuels Association says that was down 1% on the month, but up 36% on the year, with more
Fertilizer prices surge as Hormuz closure enters fifth week, analyst says
A fertilizer market analyst says prices remain stubbornly high, offering little relief for farmers heading into the growing season. “It’s getting to the point where farmers are throwing their hands
Kansas decision on E15 draws criticism from corn leaders
The CEO of Kansas Corn says he’s disappointed and frustrated by his state’s decision to opt out of selling year-round E15 starting in 2027. Josh Roe says it undercuts efforts
Purdue economist: Financial risk grows for farmers heading into 2026 season
An ag economist at Purdue University says the conflict in the Middle East is contributing to increased financial strain. Michael Langemeier says operating expenses are running about 2 percent higher than
Lahn says Iowa economic development funds should be for Iowa businesses
The State of Iowa has been offering a variety of grants and tax breaks to reward out-of-state companies that expand in Iowa for decades, but Lahn says Iowa’s economic development
Celebrating 35 years of USB with Byron Lemoine
This week we’re looking back at more than three decades of farmer-led investments in research, innovation, and market development with Byron Lemoine. USB is celebrating 35 years of building demand
