The new chair of the National FFA Sponsors Board says continuing to offer career development activities will be a priority in 2025. Aaron Wetzel is the vice president of production and precision ag systems at John Deere. “FFA is very focused on developing its members to continue to create a robust pipeline of talent across…… Continue Reading
NCBA president-elect says tariffs can be effective against “bad actors”
A leader with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is taking a wait-and-see approach to tariff threats by the incoming administration. NCBA president-elect Buck Wehrbein says what Donald Trump said on the campaign trail is not necessarily what will happen when he takes office. “Because he is a negotiator, it’s in his blood. So he believes…… Continue Reading
Red crown rot map will be available for next year
An extension field crop pathologist at Purdue University says a new map to track red crown rot could be good news for farmers. Darcy Telenko says the map can help future disease control. “it will give growers and industry an idea where we’re documenting some of these new or emerging diseases to then help them…… Continue Reading
University of Missouri announces new rural energy center
The University of Missouri has announced a new center focusing on rural energy, innovation, and policy. University president Mun Choi says the Center for Rural Energy Security will focus on issues facing rural America. “Rural energy policies have such a big impact on the producers in the state, and we want to make sure that…… Continue Reading
Robertsons Feeling Love of Fans After Phil Robertson’s Diagnosis
The news of Duck Dynasty star Phil Robertson’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis rocked the Duck Dynasty fanbase hard. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
USDA hosts historic trade mission to Africa
USDA is hosting an historic trade mission to Africa. Minnesota Soybean Growers Association executive director Joe Smentek is on the trip and says the first stop was Morrocco. “In Casablanca, talking to folks there. And the USDA set that trip up, so we had what as their largest delegation to Africa ever.” Representatives from nearly…… Continue Reading
NEFB committee chair hopeful for policy to help young farmers be successful
The chair of the Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee for Nebraska Farm Bureau says creating opportunities for farmers to be successful is crucial. Josh England tells Brownfield he’s hopeful policy can be developed to ensure young farmers can flourish. “I would think maybe if they have some different tax incentives, and I think that’s going…… Continue Reading
Luke Bryan + His Wife Rocked Matching Tees on Their Anniversary
Bryan and his wife Caroline got custom matching shirts to celebrate 18 years of marriage. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
‘Yellowstone’ Says Sweet Goodbye as Jamie + Kayce Hatch New Plans
Things are coming to a head as we head into the final episode. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Soybean Communication Priorities
Missouri Soybean CEO, Gary Wheeler, is impressed with MO Soybean’s process on strategic planning. Their biggest priority is right now is funding agronomy research to benefit farmers and effectively communicating these findings with them. The post Soybean Communication Priorities appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
