A swine lending specialist suggests there’s some uncertainty for pork demand in 2025. Daryl Timmerman with Compeer Financial says consumers could more closely scrutinize food costs. “I know there’s some trepidation out there as it relates to where the economy is going to go. I think with the new administration coming in, on the export…… Continue Reading
Crop insurance changes present opportunities
A crop insurance specialist with Farm Credit Illinois says changes to the federal crop insurance program present opportunities for farmers. Jack Young says farmers can protect even more of their crop in 2025 with improvements to the Enhanced Coverage Option, or ECO. “The subsidy has actually increased a bit on that Enhanced Coverage Option.” He…… Continue Reading
Grassley talks trade with USDA nominee Rollins
The importance of bilateral trade is being impressed upon President-elect Trump’s nominee for U.S. Ag Secretary. U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says he recently met with Brooke Rollins and highlighted some of the bilateral agreements under the George W. Bush administration. “About 15 countries (and) about seven or eight different trade deals, and to emphasize to…… Continue Reading
Whoopi Goldberg Reacts to Carrie Underwood’s Trump Performance
Goldberg doesn’t support Trump, but supports Underwood’s decision. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Scotty McCreery Met George Strait and He Did Not Play It Cool
The “Five More Minutes” singer isn’t afraid to admit that he “did not play it cool.” Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Jason Aldean’s Son Brought Home Dinner After First Fishing Trip
Aldean took fans along for the ride during his ‘boys day’ out on the water with his son. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Producer optimistic for nationwide year-round E15
The ethanol industry is hoping to see year-round nationwide availability of E15 soon. Erik Huschitt from Badger State Ethanol tells Brownfield he’s optimistic legislation allowing E15 everywhere year-round will pass soon. “There absolutely is no legitimate reason why we don’t have it yet, so it does seem like the stars are aligning, the voices are…… Continue Reading
Warm 2024 sets new records
A state climatologist says 2024 was the warmest year on record for the U.S. and across the globe. Jeff Andresen in Michigan tells Brownfield, “Some of it has to do with the fall conditions, also for the abnormally mild late winter.” He says the flash drought at the end of the fall was challenging for…… Continue Reading
Using sustainable ag practices to increase profitability
Farming sustainably in 2025 could provide farmers with an additional revenue stream. East region sustainable ag manager Marty Templeton with Nutrien Ag Solutions says farmers are looking for more ways to increase their profitability in 2025. “Especially with where the ag market is right now and the importance of ROI for growers out there, it’s…… Continue Reading
USDA withdraws Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets’ rule, finalizes poultry tournament rule
The USDA has withdrawn its proposed “Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets” rule. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says by withdrawing the rule ahead of the incoming Trump administration it will preserve the department’s ability to re-examine the issue in the future. “In addition to finalizing the rule, the incoming administration could also change…… Continue Reading
