A southwest Iowa farmer is having long-term success using cover crops. Mark Peterson of Stanton says he’s used multiple species through the years to improve soil health. “We have across the farm raised our organic matter over 1 percent (and) every percent that you raise it is an extra inch of water holding capacity.” He…… Continue Reading
U.S. grain export inspections exceed year ago levels for corn, wheat, and soybeans
The USDA says corn, soybean, and wheat export inspections as of the week ending September 18th are ahead of what’s needed to meet projections for the current marketing year. The 2025/26 marketing year kicked off June 1st for wheat and September 1st for beans, corn, and sorghum. The USDA’s next round of supply and demand…… Continue Reading
Record U.S. corn crop looms, but export strength offers price support
An agricultural economist with Advance Trading says strong export demand continues to support the corn market. “Year to date, sales for export are 68% above last year at this time.” Brian Basting says some of that may be forward buying, but current pricing makes U.S. corn attractive on the global market. “It’s probably helping corn…… Continue Reading
Stay Safe This Fall
It’s National Farm Safety Week. Gale Blomenkamp with the Boone County Fire District has a few tips to stay safe at harvest. The post Stay Safe This Fall appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
Experts say Taiwan’s ag commitment boosts U.S. market leverage in Asia
The head of the U.S. Meat Export Federation says Taiwan’s recent commitment to purchase ag goods secures continued market access for American producers. Dan Halstrom tells Brownfield Taiwan is the sixth largest market for U.S. beef and imported $700 million in beef last year, the second-most all time. “We have a pretty good strong hold…… Continue Reading
Craig: don’t let nationwide E15 slip away again
The Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Committee is looking to avoid a repeat of last year’s failure to pass year-round nationwide E15 legislation. Minnesota Democrat Angie Craig tells Brownfield she’s optimistic lawmakers can find a pathway before the end of 2025. “But we’ve been here before. At the end of the year last year…… Continue Reading
Foundational Decisions
Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Brad Allen, says farmers should consider their weed management plan when choosing seed. He tells Brownfield that seed decisions are the foundation of a successful growing season, and selecting the right seed can help farmers overcome challenging agronomic issues. The post Foundational Decisions appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
USMEF Strategic Planning Conference
Brownfield’s Meghan Grebner covers the 2025 USMEF Strategic Planning Conference. The post USMEF Strategic Planning Conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference
Brownfield’s Nicole Heslip covers the Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference The post Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
American Egg Board and United Egg Producers Joint Annual Meeting
Brownfield’s Meghan Grebner covers the American Egg Board and United Egg Producers Joint Annual Meeting The post American Egg Board and United Egg Producers Joint Annual Meeting appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
