Photo provided by Indiana 4-H. Indiana’s 4-H program continues to see growth.  Tony Carrell, acting program director, says the program set a record during the 2023-2024 year of more than 155,000 projects exhibited. He says these experiences provide members with valuable life skills.  “Whether they decide to go to a four year college, a two-year…… Continue Reading

The vice president of research for Feeding America says reducing funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could worsen hunger and economic strain across the U.S.  Emily Engelhard says, “Cuts in SNAP will undoubtedly increase food insecurity rates.” She tells Brownfield the program supports local economies. “SNAP benefits stimulate the economy by about $1.54 for every…… Continue Reading

Nebraska has become the fourth state to ban lab-grown protein. On Tuesday, Governor Jim Pillen signed a bill into law that bans the production, sale, promotion and distribution in the state. While it doesn’t affect plant-based alternatives, the measure specifically targets proteins derived from animal cells. He says the long-term health impacts are unknown, and…… Continue Reading

The American Soybean Association and other ag groups have filed a brief with the Supreme Court for glyphosate labeling clarity. In this episode of Managing for Profit, ASA’s senior director of government affairs Kyle Kunkler explains what this means for farmers. The post Ag groups working to protect farmer access to crop protection tools appeared first…… Continue Reading

Farmers across the Corn Belt are navigating uncertain commodity markets. In northeast Missouri, Matt Wright says he delivered some forward-contracted old crop corn to the elevator and feed mill this week. “Like everyone else, I wish I would have sold more but you just never how the markets are going to go. We’re just trying…… Continue Reading