An agronomist says as harvest comes to an end, attention shifts to field work. Kris Young, with AgriGold tells Brownfield… “We still see some compaction in some growers’ fields, so right now is a great time to get out there and do some deep tillage with dry soils. You’re going to get more fracturing of…… Continue Reading

An ag economist says the next president will likely have little impact on food price inflation despite campaign promises. American Enterprise Institute Director of Agricultural Policy Studies Vince Smith tells Brownfield, “It’s simply not the case that food is way more expensive relative to other commodities today.” He says food prices since the beginning of…… Continue Reading

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has finalized its determination to cancel all registrations of Dacthal herbicides. An emergency suspension was issued at the beginning of August for the weed killer which is primarily used in broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and onions in California. AMVAC Chemical Corporation voluntarily canceled registrations for the product and has created…… Continue Reading