Crop insurance enrollment not impacted by lack of farm bill

An ag economist says crop insurance will be available regardless of the farm bill’s status next year. Rob Johansson with the American Sugar Alliance tells Brownfield, “The crop insurance program is going to roll along whether or not we get a new farm bill now or a little bit later.” “It’s authorized and they can…… Continue Reading

A changing pattern ahead; unsettled weather, showery for most

Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or below-normal temperatures nationwide, except for warmer-than-normal weather along and near the Pacific Coast and from the Great Lakes region to the middle and northern Atlantic States.  Meanwhile, near- or below-normal precipitation in the West, as well as the southern Plains and…… Continue Reading

Agriculture under attack

A Washington, D.C.-based public relations expert says agriculture in America is under a well-funded attack. Jack Hubbard, owner of Berman and Company, says groups like HSHS (Humane Society of the US) and ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) have a singular mission. “They wake up every single morning and they want…… Continue Reading

Mostly lower week for export sales numbers

Meat export sales bounced back from the previous week’s marketing year lows. The USDA says the week-to-week improvement during the week ending November 7th for beef was led by Japan and South Korea, while Mexico and Japan led the way for pork. Sorghum notched a marketing year high thanks to solid demand from China and…… Continue Reading

Animal ag helping meet UN’s sustainable goals

A new report finds animal agriculture contributes to all 17 of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Hannah Thompson Weeman with the Animal Agriculture Alliance tells Brownfield, “Things like zero hunger, things like positively contributing to communities, providing work opportunities, of course contributing to the environment, healthy oceans—the animal agriculture community has a very positive…… Continue Reading

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