Is the renewable diesel boom over?

An ag economist says U.S biodiesel expansion projects will likely remain on hold unless new policies incentivize more demand. Scott Irwin with the University of Illinois tells Brownfield new processing capacity has increased biodiesel production to more than four billion gallons over the past five years. “A couple of years ago, we might have been…… Continue Reading

Ag economist keeping an eye on how potential tariffs could impact trade

An ag economist says there could be some disruptions to trade in 2025. Tyler Cozzens, with the Livestock Marketing Information Center, tells Brownfield… “There’s definitely been some talk about tariffs. That can be a headwind to things moving forward.” He says how potential tariffs may be implemented is uncertain.    “I think if we kind…… Continue Reading

Mexican consumers weigh in on potential impact of GMO corn ban

A new study from the University of Arkansas shows implementation of Mexico’s ban on GMO corn imports could negatively impact the country’s low-income consumers.  Brandon McFadden tells Brownfield… “The total budget, dollar amount they spend on food is always less, but even though that dollar amount is less, it’s a larger proportion of their income.”…… Continue Reading

A year in review

A western Indiana farmer says he wrapped up the 2024 harvest season this past weekend. Kevin Cox says he was pleasantly surprised with the yields.  “We probably wound up with the top five crop, which as low as commodity prices have been and as high as inputs are, that’s definitely what you need is a good…… Continue Reading

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