Farmers scrutinizing plans for 2025

With the harvest season winding down, many farmers are turning their attention to next year. Central Illinois farmer Ken Franklin, who grows corn and soybeans in Christian County, says current crop budgets likely mean some cutbacks. “Well, I mean, I think we’re going back to the basics.”  He says, “I don’t know what else to…… Continue Reading

Nebraska’s 2024 net farm income expected to decrease

An ag economist says Nebraska’s 2024 net farm income is expected to decrease. Brad Lubben, with the University of Nebraska tells Brownfield… “A big drop in crop receipts, continued pressure on production costs and that ends up with about a $1.5 billion decline in net farm income.” Nebraska had a record $9.3 billion in total…… Continue Reading

Ag lobbyist says election results have farm bill impact

Former President Donald Trump will return to the White House in the new year and an ag lobbyist says that will likely impact what lawmakers accomplish in the lame duck session. “I still think there’s a very small percentage likelihood we do a farm bill.” Mary Kay Thatcher with Syngenta says Congress will only be…… Continue Reading

Farmland sales continue slowdown

Farmland sales continued to slow this year. Compeer Financial director of appraisal Dave Dinderman says there’s been about a 20 percent decrease in sales compared to 2023. “And while that may not seem like much, that’s a continuation of a trend of fewer and fewer sales over the prior few years.” He tells Brownfield with…… Continue Reading

Successful southern Illinois harvest wrapping up

An agronomist with Golden Harvest says most farmers in his territory are satisfied with the 2024 harvest season. Nate Prater, who covers the southern third of Illinois and portions of southwestern Indiana, tells Brownfield… “For the most part, I think guys were happy about their corn. Probably a little surprised.”  He says, “I’m gonna say…… Continue Reading

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