Corteva announces non-GMO wheat hybrid

Corteva has announced a first-of-its kind, proprietary non-GMO wheat hybrid. The company says the hybrid wheat technology could increase yield potential by ten percent, as well as be more resistant to drought.  It’s also expected to accelerate the speed to market of new elite germplasm. Corteva plans to launch hybrid Hard Red Winter wheat as…Continue Reading

The trade outlook for 2025

U.S. ag exports were down in 2024 and are projected to decline again in 2025. Ohio State University professor Ian Sheldon is concerned about the impact of potential tariffs on trade. “Soybeans, again in particular, would take a pretty big hit,” he says. “If the worst outcome were to happen, the range of tariffs and…Continue Reading

USDA adjusts disaster programs to help producers

When natural disasters strike, many producers worry they won’t be able to continue farming, but there are standing disaster programs available through USDA’s Farm Service Agency that can provide some assistance.  USDA’s Steven Peterson tells Brownfield they’ve made some adjustments to programs to help producers, especially after the two recent hurricanes.  The post USDA adjusts…Continue Reading

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