Tassel wrap taking headlines, but other pollination issues persist

A Dekalb / Asgrow agronomist says tassel wrap issues in the 2025 corn crop have been widely publicized. However, Lance Tarochione, who’s based in western Illinois, says he’s seen plenty of “normal” pollination challenges. “What we refer to as missing the nick.”  He says, “The tassel and the silks get a little out of sync.…… Continue Reading

Late season canola pests

Late season insect pressure is affecting canola growers in the Upper Midwest. WinField United crop protection product manager Ryan Peterson says diamondback moths are a common problem this time of year. “Kind of when that canola is just getting done flowering, that’s usually when we see things like cabbage moths and diamondback moths. Just be…… Continue Reading

Field to Lake efforts pay in tight years

A crop farmer in the Great Lakes says long-term conservation practices are especially helpful in years with tight margins. Jay Williams grows corn, soybeans, and wheat along the Michigan-Ohio state border. “We’re in a time right now (of) depressed commodity prices, and the no-till and cover system has saved us some funds on herbicide use,…… Continue Reading

EPA proposal could eliminate DEF systems in ag equipment

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed rolling back requirements of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) systems in agriculture equipment. Nebraska Farm Bureau President Mark McHargue tells Brownfield that could be a welcome change for producers dealing with frequent and costly repairs. “Eighty percent of the repairs are emissions related.” During a meeting with farm bureau…… Continue Reading

USGC bullish on export pace

The U.S. Grains Council Vice President says the country is on track to set a new corn export record as trade negotiations move forward. Cary Sifferath tells Brownfield, “There’s a lot of pieces you have you have to look (at), there might be 25 different countries that are making up what would have been China back in 20/20/21…… Continue Reading

Grain prices respond to tariff updates

Market analysts say the uncertainty from trade tariffs continues to weigh on U.S. grain prices. Randy Martinson with Martinson Ag Risk Management says it’s hitting soybean prices the hardest, followed by wheat and corn, and he tells Brownfield “it’s causing a lot of countries to take a step back and re-evaluate. Either to look at…… Continue Reading

Mixed crop conditions, wheat harvest in central Kansas

A central Kansas farmer says recent weather conditions have been a mixed bag for his crops.   Paul Penner says timely rains and warmer temperatures have helped push his corn into the dough stage, but he’s seen some damage. “There was a storm with stock breakage. There was a couple of nights with excess wind…… Continue Reading

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