Some petroleum industry groups questioned the U.S. EPA’s proposed Renewable Fuel Standards during a public hearing Tuesday. Fred Turatti with American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers says EPA’s target levels for 2026-2027 Renewable Volume Obligations are concerning. “AFPM has serious concerns about the feasibility of achieving the large increases in required volumes of biomass-based diesel and…… Continue Reading
Tar spot found in five Indiana locations
An extension field crop pathologist at Purdue University says tar spot continues to spread throughout the Corn Belt. Darcy Telenko says the disease has now been found in Cass, Porter, LaPorte, Starke, and Tipton counties in Indiana. “This cool and wet spring is very conducive for tar spot, so it’s not surprising that the disease has started,”…… Continue Reading
Wind and rain make in-season fieldwork difficult
Wind and rain have made it difficult for a southeast Minnesota farmer to finish post-emergence herbicide applications. Brennen Toquam of Blooming Prairie says spraying has been a struggle. “Just seems like the wind blows or it’s too wet, just right on that edge. And when the storms come, (it’s) two inches of rain in about…… Continue Reading
Grain markets briefly respond to tariff boost
An extension ag economist says the grain markets responded briefly to news a 25 percent tariff could go into effect in August for two big buyers of U.S. corn. Ben Brown is with the University of Missouri. “I think the expectation was there was progress being made in a trade agreement with Japan. The fact…… Continue Reading
Despite lack of rain; crops look good
A central Illinois farmer says his crops appear to be thriving despite a lack of moisture. “You’re starting to see some cracks in the ground. You know, you’re kind of on the edge right now.” Doug Schroeder, who farms in Champaign and McLean Counties, says the rain his fields have received has been timely and…… Continue Reading
Farmers say let’s get the deals done
The executive director of Farmers for Free Trade says many farmers are on the edge financially and need real deals from the Trump administration, not promises. Brian Kuehl tells Brownfield the cost of uncertainty over the past six months has negatively impacted farm budgets. “Driving up input costs and driving down commodity prices are really squeezing farmers, and right…… Continue Reading
On the Road with FieldLink
Come On the Road with FieldLink by Helena, as we talk with farmers across the country about their growing season challenges and solutions that have made a difference in their operations. Find out more about Helena’s FieldLink. In the first episode of On the Road with FieldLink, Brownfield’s Carah Hart spends the day riding along…… Continue Reading
Helena On the Road
Follow along with Helena On the Road as we talk with farmers across the Midwest about how to get the most out of every acre and how Helena uses data to drive decisions in the field. In the first episode of On the Road with FieldLink, Brownfield’s Carah Hart spends the day riding along with…… Continue Reading
Biofuel groups testify at EPA hearing on 2026-27 Renewable Fuel Standards
The U.S. EPA heard comments from biofuel industry groups Tuesday as part of a public hearing on proposed Renewable Fuel Standards for 2026 and 2027. EPA’s Dallas Burkholder says the agency’s proposal for 2026 includes 15 billion gallons of conventional ethanol, over 9 billion gallons for advanced biofuels including 5.61 billion gallons of biomass-based diesel…… Continue Reading
USDA announces National Farm Security Action Plan
The USDA has unveiled its National Farm Security Action Plan, designed to address agriculture security in America. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says protecting the country’s ag land and food supply from foreign control is a priority for the Trump administration. “This plan includes seven key action items, each of which will promote agricultural prosperity, defend…… Continue Reading
