IFB addresses AFBF dispute

Leaders with the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) opened their 110th annual meeting by addressing their ongoing dispute with the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF). Brownfield’s Jared White has more… IFB president Brian Duncan says AFBF moved to expel the organization following a business decision by affiliate company Country Financial. “Country Mutual isn’t owned by Illinois…… Continue Reading

Wisconsin Farm Bureau member never misses annual meeting

A western Wisconsin farmer believes so strongly in the farming community and Farm Bureau, he has never missed an annual state meeting.  Carl Casper tells Brownfield, “This is my 60th consecutive annual meeting.” Casper’s family farm is west of Menomonie. He tells Brownfield he’s seen a lot of changes, but the farming people never change.…… Continue Reading

USDA issues milk testing order

A new Federal Order was issued Friday by USDA requiring that raw (unpasteurized) milk samples nationwide be collected and shared with USDA for testing.  As part of a five-stage program, USDA will immediately begin nationwide testing of milk silos at dairy processing facilities.  In cooperation with states, USDA will also step up bulk tank sampling…… Continue Reading

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