Brownfield’s Kellan Heavican coveres the Nebraska Agriculture and Economic Summit The post Nebraska Agriculture and Economic Summit appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
NPPC continues to push for federal Prop 12 solution
The National Pork Producers Council continues to push for a federal solution to Proposition 12. NPPC immediate past president Lori Stevermer says Prop 12 has been a prominent issue the entire time she’s served on the national board. “Regardless of what you’ve done with your farm and who you talk to, the big concern is…… Continue Reading
Pesticide applicator changes pass Illinois legislature
The president of the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association says lawmakers have overwhelmingly approved changes to the state’s pesticide applicator licensing process. Kevin Johnson says the bill allowing recertification through continuing education instead of a required test every three years is headed to the Governor’s desk. “What we would like to see is an option…… Continue Reading
Ag Tech Conference
Brownfield’s Kellan Heavican covers the Ag Tech Conference The post Ag Tech Conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
China, Mexico lead the way for pork export sales
Pork export sales were up solidly on the week as beef dipped. The USDA says China bought about a third of the week’s total for pork, just ahead of Mexico. Beef sales during the week ending May 29th declined due to reductions by some major buyers along with a couple of net cancelations. Old crop…… Continue Reading
India could be the next large market for US ag products
The president of the National Corn Growers Association says India has the potential to become the second largest customer for some U.S. ag products. Kenneth Hartman Jr. says expanding market access for dried distillers grain and ethanol could increase demand value by nearly $900 million. “They have a growing population of about 1.4 billion people.…… Continue Reading
Federal Milk Marketing Order changes kick in
June 1st kicked off Dairy Month, and many changes under the Federal Milk Marketing Order system. American Farm Bureau Federation economist Danny Munch tells Brownfield all but one federal order change has been made. “All except for the composition factor increases which USDA delayed six months until December, so those won’t be into effect, which…… Continue Reading
Rains continue to hamper southern Illinois planting
A southern Illinois farmer says recent rains are continuing to hamper planting progress in his area. Kenneth Hartman, Jr., who farms in Monroe County, says it’s been a very difficult spring. “We just finally finished our corn last week.” He says, “We still got a few beans to plant. We’ve had numerous rains in May.…… Continue Reading
Sartori buys Rumiano Cheese
Wisconsin-based Sartori Cheese has acquired Rumiano Cheese Company in Crescent City, California. Both companies are known for their high-quality artisan cheeses. Sartori Cheese CEO Bert Sartori says, “This acquisition aligns with our mission to make the Best Cheese in the World. We look forward to building upon Rumiano’s commitment to their Redwood Coast family farm…… Continue Reading
Fusarium smuggling case spotlights need to follow research protocols
A plant pathologist says following federal procedures is necessary to properly transport research materials across state and international borders. Michigan State University’s Marty Chilvers tells Brownfield permits are required through the USDA’s Animal Plant Inspection Service. “That’s really helpful because they will go through the permitting process, come and inspect facilities, make sure that we’re handling those…… Continue Reading
