An initial phase of a University of Nebraska study shows E30 has the potential to be used in non-flex fuel vehicles. Ben Rhodes with the Nebraska Ethanol Board tells Brownfield if approved it could create an additional market for corn farmers. “It would certainly be massive. The current ethanol usage in the United States every…… Continue Reading
Grassley says fertilizer should be top of mind
Iowa’s senior senator says the cost and availability of fertilizers are some of the top concerns from farmers. Chuck Grassley says “Today’s cost ratio of phosphate to corn prices is the worst ratio in history. Other types of fertilizer struggling includes urea, which includes the third worst ratio in history.” During a call with…… Continue Reading
Animal Nutrition – EP 3
Soybean meal is the foundation of livestock feed in the U.S., and new research shows it’s doing more than providing just protein. Learn more about animal agriculture and the significance of high oleic soybeans coming up next. The post Animal Nutrition – EP 3 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
It’s going to stay hot
A state climatologist says this week’s heat episode will continue through the end of July for many parts of the Midwest. Michigan’s Jeff Andresen says an upper air ridge over the central U.S. is going to be uncomfortable for humans and livestock alike. “Over the next several days and into early next week, that ridge is…… Continue Reading
Cattle futures higher at midweek
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up ahead of the week’s direct business and this week’s reports from the USDA. August live cattle closed $2.05 higher at $227.05 and October live cattle closed $2.37 higher at $223.50. August feeder cattle closed $3.25 higher at $331.52 and September feeder cattle closed $3.32…… Continue Reading
New group helps farmers with renewable energy development
A new organization has been formed to help farmers and ranchers with existing or future solar and wind energy projects. Jeff Risley is the Executive Director for the Renewable Energy Farmers of America. He tells Brownfield the organization is built to help producers working with energy project developers. “What we’re trying to do is help…… Continue Reading
Corn conditions favorable in eastern Iowa
An eastern Iowa farmer says corn conditions have been favorable despite some warmer temperatures during pollination. Lisa Kubik of Traer tells Brownfield, “We’re just able to get out there and start see those kernels and if they pollinated well. Time will tell on that.” She says tar spot scouting has been a priority. “We have…… Continue Reading
Iowa farmer prioritizes soil health, regenerative ag practices
A south-central Iowa corn and soybean farmer says regenerative ag practices have helped him keep his soil on his farm. Steve Kuiper of Knoxville says reducing soil erosion is one of his biggest priorities. “We finished a couple projects this spring creating some dry basins. You’re going to have hard rains and you’re going to…… Continue Reading
Cattle business very strong, Iowa farmer says
An eastern Iowa livestock producer says it’s a great time to be in the cattle business. Lisa Kubik of Traer says the cattle markets have been very strong in 2025. “They are pretty well off the charts right now and have been for a while,” she said. “Between fat cattle, feeder cattle, and cull cow…… Continue Reading
Army worm and potato leaf hopper pressure in alfalfa
A forage specialist encourages alfalfa growers to be on the lookout for a couple of pests. Jeff Jackson with CROPLAN says reports of army worm are coming in on social media. “Or they’re sending me messages saying ‘oh my gosh look at the pressure we have.’ But these army worms are the real deal, and…… Continue Reading
