Steady farmland values

Farmland values have been mostly steady this year. Cole Nickerson with Farmers National Company says there is some localized volatility, with areas fluctuating between 3 percent higher and 3 percent lower. He tells Brownfield investor interest was very strong in 2025, helping to support ag land values.  The post Steady farmland values appeared first on…… Continue Reading

Data centers and energy costs weighing on farmers’ minds

Escalating energy costs are raising concerns among farmers. “When you go out and kick on your grain dryer and your fans, you use a lot of electricity, and it’s not cheap.” Kevin Semlow, director of governmental affairs and commodities with the Illinois Farm Bureau, says power-consuming data centers have caught the attention of the organization’s…… Continue Reading

Certified seed potato bill awaits Wisconsin Governor’s signature

Legislation that would increase penalties for not using certified seed potatoes in Wisconsin awaits the Governor’s signature. Tamas Houlihan with the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association tells Brownfield Senate Bill 164 increases penalties for not using certified seed and gives the Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection additional authority. “It’s a little unusual…… Continue Reading

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