An agronomy manager says farmers harvesting corn should seek a balance between yield and moisture. Ryan Bates with Pioneer tells Brownfield environment and hybrid determine how rapidly crops dry down. “We know if we get the (right) environment we push maturity (and) can get additional yield, but at what cost to that moisture? And we…… Continue Reading
Protecting Against Tassel Wrap Begins with Breeding
Tassel wrap was a problem experienced in many Midwest cornfields this season. Corn tassels became tightly wrapped within the plant’s upper leaves, interfering with pollination and potentially reducing yield. In this episode of Managing for Profit, Jeff Sernett, agronomy solutions lead with Bayer Crop Science and an experienced corn breeder, says preventing the problem must…… Continue Reading
Middle East opportunities for U.S. commodities
A grain buyer from Jordan says there’s an opportunity for U.S. commodities in the Middle East. George Khayyat operates Regional Food Processing and has been importing grains for four decades. “For the last five years now, I’ve been importing U.S. soybeans.” He says, “Actually, I’m the only one importing that in Jordan. We’re very happy…… Continue Reading
Rural Health Dollars Should Follow Need – Not Politics
Commentary. At Brownfield Ag News, I have told our team of ag reporters many times that when it comes to covering agricultural issues, the rule is simple: focus on policy, not politics. Farmers, ranchers, and others living in rural America don’t have time for partisan games; we care about what actually works. That is why…… Continue Reading
New Elanco Animal Health headquarters to drive ag innovation
Elanco Animal Health’s new global headquarters in Indianapolis will strengthen its roll in agriculture and animal health. Elanco Animal Health’s president and CEO Jeff Simmons says the move is part of the state’s new OneHealth Innovation District. “Purdue University, a startup tech lab, a functional vet clinic that’s going to be like a Mayo…… Continue Reading
Grassley warns farm program payments, trade talks at risk in shutdown
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley suggests the government shutdown could significantly impact farmers and ranchers. The Iowa Republican tells Brownfield local Farm Service Agency offices are closed. “If you’re in the farm program and you expect price supports and stuff that’s in law, I would say if you’re doing CRP you probably can’t sign up for…… Continue Reading
China’s silence on soy imports worries Nebraska farmer
A farmer in northeast Nebraska says he’s eagerly awaiting any soybean export sales to the world’s top buyer. Greg Anderson says China’s lack of demand for the U.S. product is becoming more alarming by the day. “We’re hoping for some positive news in that regard, but it seems like every day or week that goes…… Continue Reading
Expert: Managing feed toxins boosts livestock health and productivity
A livestock expert says effectively managing toxins in feed can improve the animal’s overall health and productivity. Dr. Aldo Rossi with AMLAN International says bacteria and mycotoxins are found at various levels in almost 100% of feed samples, and even small amounts can cause gut health issues. Rossi says a lot of the toxins come…… Continue Reading
First New World screwworm drug receives FDA conditional approval
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced conditional approval of the first parasite control product that prevents and treats New World screwworm in cattle. According to Zoetis, their new product Dectomax-CA1 treats infestations caused by larvae of Cochliomyia hominivorax, or myiasis, and it prevents reinfestation for 21 days. In the first half of 2026,…… Continue Reading
Grains slip after USDA numbers; China demand, South America eyed
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling. The USDA says September 1st grain stocks were below a year ago at 316.498 million bushels, even after an upward revision on 2024 production. That also serves as the first unofficial estimate for 2024/25 ending stocks. Harvest is slower than average following last week’s rains, but near-term…… Continue Reading
