Persistently wet weather this summer has frustrated many alfalfa growers, including Jolene Riessen in northwest Iowa. “The deal with the alfalfa is just trying to get it up around the rain showers. It’s been a real challenge this year.” Riessen farms near Ida Grove and tells Brownfield it took a long time to finish the…… Continue Reading
Making a lasting impact on the ag industry
This year’s Purdue Extension Emerging Women in Agriculture Leadership Award winner says she wants to make a lasting impact on the industry. Miami County native Alexandra Merritt says her passion started for agriculture started from working on the family farm. “Through 4-H and my passion for my county, I wanted to constantly give back to…… Continue Reading
Sen. Grassley reflects on favorite state fair activities, hasn’t missed a fair since 1974
A U.S. Senator from Iowa says he hasn’t missed an Iowa State Fair in more than 50 years. Republican Chuck Grassley tells Brownfield he’s been a consistent fairgoer since 1974. “I went to a few fairs before then, but not on a regular basis,” he said. “Now the fair is regularly on my schedule.” He…… Continue Reading
4-H Exhibits Building packed with high-quality projects at 2025 Iowa State Fair
The executive director of the Iowa 4-H Foundation says the Iowa State Fair is a significant showcase for 4-H members across the state. Emily Saveraid says the 4-H Exhibits Building is packed with high-quality projects. “There’s lots of amazing projects and exhibits for folks to see and check out. There’s some working exhibits and presentations.…… Continue Reading
Minnesota feedlot permit application fee hike paused
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has paused an increase to feedlot permit application fees. Minnesota Pork Producers Association director of public policy strategy and sustainability Lauren Servick says the 48 percent hike for air permits and 56 percent raise for water permits came as a surprise August 1st. “And then we were notified on August…… Continue Reading
Brown stem rot, SDS common in 2025 soybean crop
An extension instructor says he’s seeing an uptick in brown stem rot and sudden death syndrome in this year’s soybean crop. Talon Mues with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln says development would’ve begun when growing conditions were wet and humid. “Those are common late season diseases. However, they’re coming from the roots. Management needs to be…… Continue Reading
Iowa State Fair
Brownfield’s Mark Dorenkamp visits the Iowa State Fair The post Iowa State Fair appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
Heat, humidity for many; storms favor the upper Midwest, western & northern Corn Belt
Across the Corn Belt, near- or slightly above-normal temperatures; scattered thunderstorms; and mostly abundant soil moisture reserves are supporting robust corn and soybean development. Friday’s Midwestern high temperatures will remain at or below 95°F, aside from a few higher readings in the southwestern Corn Belt. On the Plains, heat is peaking, with Friday’s maximum temperatures…… Continue Reading
Seasonal warmth & heat for many; rainfall adequate for most across the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for above-normal temperatures nearly nationwide, with the Northeast having the greatest likelihood of experiencing anomalously hot weather. Meanwhile, near- or above-normal rainfall across most of the country should contrast with drier-than-normal conditions across interior sections of the West, including much of the Great Basin and portions of…… Continue Reading
Seasonal heat for most; rainfall at least adequate for many across the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for above-normal temperatures nearly nationwide, with the Northeast having the greatest likelihood of experiencing anomalously hot weather. Meanwhile, near- or above-normal rainfall across most of the country should contrast with drier-than-normal conditions across interior sections of the West, including much of the Great Basin and portions of…… Continue Reading
