The head of marketing at Nutrien Ag Solutions says a long-standing partnership with the National FFA Organization is an investment in the next generation of agricultural leaders. Brian Knifong tells Brownfield, “Farmers 2050 is a digital application where FFA chapters can have real interactions and real-life activity to try to simulate a real production agricultural…… Continue Reading
Illinois ag director skeptical of long-term benefits in new U.S.–China trade deal
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says he’s unsure about the long-term benefits of the newly announced trade framework between the U.S. and China. “From my perspective, some of this is too little, too late.” Jerry Costello tells Brownfield that China’s purchase commitment of 12 million metric tons in 2025 and then 25…… Continue Reading
Local soybean crush plant bringing new opportunities for Nebraska farmers
Northeast Nebraska farmer Anne Meis says a local soybean crush plant has been a game changer this harvest season. “We’re excited about that market being in this area. We’re hoping it will bring down some basis (levels). That brand new facility this area should be proud of. It’s quick and easy to get in with…… Continue Reading
Usset: soybean demand surge echoes ethanol boom of two decades ago
The bullish combination of renewed purchases by China and surging domestic crush has the U.S. soybean market poised for a breakout. University of Minnesota Extension grain market economist Ed Usset says the latest NOPA report showed crush levels nearly five percent above expectations. “The crush was 10 million bushels more than the market expected, it…… Continue Reading
Fall fieldwork in full swing as eastern Iowa harvest wraps up
Fall fieldwork is in full swing as harvest winds down in eastern Iowa. Syngenta agronomic service representative Dalton Webster says farmers are making headway on tillage and applying burndown herbicides on no-till acres. “I’ve seen a few guys that are, obviously with all the rain we had this year, they’re realizing how important drainage is.…… Continue Reading
FFA member helping support farmer mental health after Hurricane Helene
An FFA member from Erwin, Tennessee says the impacts of Hurricane Helene on her community inspired her to take a closer look at farmer mental health. Senior Abby Petterson says she hopes her agriscience fair project has real-world applications for the next generation of agriculture. “Farming is really tough,” she says. “I think starting here…… Continue Reading
Near-seasonal, late-October weather, temperatures across much of the Heartland
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HPAI found in commercial breeder duck operation in Elkhart County, Indiana
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza continues to impact poultry facilities in northern Indiana. The Indiana State Board of Animal Health says the virus was found in a commercial breeder duck operation in Elkhart County. BOAH says more than 6,000 birds will be depopulated and an approximately 6.2-mile control area with a more than 12-mile surveillance zone in portions of LaGrange, Elkhart,…… Continue Reading
An extended period of drier weather ahead across the Heartland; temps to vary west to east
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Iowa soybean leader says domestic demand key to improving farm income
An eastern Iowa farmer says profitability is his biggest concern heading into the 2026 growing season. On this episode of Managing for Profit, Robb Ewoldt – who’s also a farmer-leader with the United Soybean Board – says an increase in domestic demand for U.S. ag products should be a focus in the coming year. The…… Continue Reading
