The Minnesota Soybean Growers Association recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of the state biodiesel law. Bob Worth, who farms in southwest Minnesota, was president of the Association when the blending mandate went into effect in 2005. “Twenty years ago we implemented the B2 mandate, which means that all diesel in the state of Minnesota had…… Continue Reading
K-State economist says Argentina aid many not hurt U.S. farmers
An economist says the ag industry shouldn’t overreact to Argentina’s aid package. Guy Allen, senior economist at the International Grains Program with Kansas State University says the assistance isn’t likely to have major impacts on U.S. producers. “It actually provides for a more orderly marketing situation. I would suggest for the long run, it probably…… Continue Reading
Cover crop adoption remains strong despite economic uncertainty
An ag economist says cover crop adoption remains strong despite economic uncertainty. Michael Langemeier says the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer shows survey respondents are using an average of 42 percent of their acres for cover crops. “There’s still quite a few producers that are just starting cover crops with less than five…… Continue Reading
NCGA: E15 bill stalled by government shutdown, but support remains strong
The director of public policy and renewable fuels with the National Corn Growers Association says California’s recent move to allow sales of E15 could be an important step for nationwide access to the fuel. Matt Ziegler says it’s another example of the product’s broad support. “I think we’ve got really good support from the right…… Continue Reading
An active pattern ahead for the West, parts of the Plains; late-season warmth for the Heartland
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Opportunities to expand high oleic soybean oil
Indiana is the number one producer of high oleic soybean oil in the country. Denise Scarborough, chair of the Indiana Soybean Alliance, says the soy checkoff continues to look for new ways to use the product. The post Opportunities to expand high oleic soybean oil appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
Wisconsin suspends poultry shows in four counties
Wisconsin agriculture officials have suspended poultry exhibitions in four counties because of recent highly pathogenic avian influenza cases. The Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection suspended all poultry shows, exhibitions, swap meets, and movement of poultry to other events in Jefferson, Waukesha, Walworth, and Rock counties through December 31, 2025. The ban applies to…… Continue Reading
HPAI detected in Indiana for the first time since May
Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been detected in Indiana for the first time since May. The virus was found in a commercial breeder duck operation in LaGrange County. The Indiana State Board of Animal Health says 2,617 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, and…… Continue Reading
South American dairies watching U.S. avian flu response closely
South American dairy producers are watching how the U.S. handles avian influenza cases in dairy cattle. Dr. Tiago Termasi is a veterinarian with Merck Animal Health, and he works with clients in North and South America. Termasi tells Brownfield he recently returned from Brazil, and the most frequent question he was asked about was the…… Continue Reading
Livestock advisor expects strong beef market to continue into 2026
A livestock market advisor says beef and dairy producers should expect a strong beef market for at least another year. Matt Wolf from Ever.ag tells Brownfield the size of the cattle herd hasn’t changed much, and cattle prices are significantly higher than they were last year. “You know, comfortably, we’re sitting in the 350s, 355s, and…… Continue Reading
