Ag groups focus on what’s next after OBBB passage

While the One Big Beautiful bill includes key investments for agriculture, some ag groups say it leaves a few issues unresolved for farmers and ranchers. National Farmers Union President Rob Larew tells Brownfield the legislation may have complicated the path forward for a “skinny” farm bill. “The big remaining question, besides whether or not we’ll…Continue Reading

Generally favorable, early-July weather covers most of the Heartland

Across the Corn Belt, warm, humid weather and mostly adequate to abundant soil moisture reserves are promoting a rapid pace of corn and soybean growth.  Midwestern temperatures are favorable for summer crops entering the reproductive stage of development, as Monday’s maximum readings should generally range from 80 to 90°F.  On the Plains, spotty showers and…Continue Reading

Ag Outlook Forum

Brownfield’s Carah Hart covers the KC Agribusiness Council’s Ag Outlook Forum The post Ag Outlook Forum appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.     Continue Reading

A-G Summer Meeting

Brownfield’s Carah Hart covers the A-G Summer Meeting at the Lake of the Ozarks, MO The post A-G Summer Meeting appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.     Continue Reading

Crisis hotline sees increase calls for financial challenges

The nation’s longest running crisis hotline is seeing an uptick in usage. Nebraska Farmers Union President John Hansen says increased financial challenges are one of the reasons more ag producers are seeking help from the Rural Response Hotline. “We’re trying to help folks get their books pulled together, do more of a financial analysis of where…Continue Reading

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