He’s been in the public eye for decades, but we’re still peeling back layers on who Kid Rock is. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Investing in the aquaculture industry
The executive director of the World Initiative for Soy in Human Health says aquaculture is one of the fastest growing food production systems in the world. Gena Perry says it’s an opportunity for farmers to increase demand for U.S. soy. “It’s expanding at nearly twice the global average, and it’s reaching up to 23% in…… Continue Reading
Cody Johnson Reveals His Secret Pre-Show Routine — It Burns!
Discover Cody Johnson’s unique vocal cord lubrication technique. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Fans Think George Strait Gave a Trump Shoutout With This Dance
Strait doesn’t tend to speak out politically, but many fans interpreted his dance moves as a statement of support for Trump. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Olson remains Wisconsin Farm Bureau President
Wisconsin’s Farm Bureau President will serve a second term. Board members re-elected Brad Olson from Frederic during Monday’s reorganizational meeting. The board also picked Brian Preder from Weyauwega as President of Rural Mutual Insurance, replacing Kevin Krentz who did not seek re-election to the board. This means Farm Bureau and Rural Mutual Insurance will have…… Continue Reading
Grassley certain of farm bill extension but unsure on disaster aid
The congressional wheels are in motion to extend the current farm bill into 2025. U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley tells Brownfield. “I hate to tell you there’s no doubt it’s going to be included in the Continuing Resolution, but that’s what we think is definitely happening. And I don’t know whether I need a daily update…… Continue Reading
NEFB President says expanding trade opportunities is a must for U.S. agriculture
The president of Nebraska Farm Bureau says the agency continues to explore new trade opportunities in Europe. Mark McHargue tells Brownfield the United Kingdom still imports about 40% of its food, and much of that comes from the European Union. “But as with the Brexit, they are working on trying to figure out who new…… Continue Reading
A return to mild weather next week across the Heartland; beneficial moisture for some
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for warmer-than-normal weather nationwide, except for near-normal temperatures across southern Florida. The southcentral U.S. will have the greatest likelihood of experiencing above-normal temperatures. Meanwhile, near- or above-normal precipitation across most of the country should contrast with drier-than-normal conditions in an area stretching from southern California and the…… Continue Reading
Eminent domain concerns highlight Illinois Farm Bureau discussion
Concerns over eminent domain highlighted discussion by delegates at the 2024 Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) annual meeting. “Our members are pretty clear and have been clear. We do not like eminent domain.” However, IFB president Brian Duncan says delegates recognize the potential opportunity some projects can bring. “Our organization, the last three or four years,…… Continue Reading
Tools available to calculate ROI on fungicide
Farmers are looking for every possible way to improve margins. Whether or not to apply a fungicide can be a tough decision, since it’s not easy to know if there will be a good return on that investment. University of Wisconsin plant pathologist Dr. Damon Smith has multiple tools to help run the numbers and…… Continue Reading
