Study points to ag repercussions from tariff-induced trade war

New analysis by the National Corn Growers Association indicates U.S. farmers would suffer while export competitors benefit from a tariff-induced trade war. Farmers for Free Trade president Bob Hemesath says when the U.S. imposes tariffs, it usually comes at the cost of agriculture. “Whoever we impose tariffs on impose tariffs on us, and usually it’s…Continue Reading

Asgrow Offering New Products for 2025

The Asgrow brand will offer 21 new XtendFlex products to farmers for the 2025 growing season. In this Managing for Profit, Asgrow Brand Manager Brittany Eubank discusses the brand’s product lineup for 2025.  The post Asgrow Offering New Products for 2025 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.     Continue Reading

Kentucky crop update: 76% corn, 42% soybeans harvested

There have been very few weather delays for Kentucky farmers during harvest. Caleb Ragland says they’ve wrapped up corn yields were surprising – especially with how hot and dry the growing season was. “Some certain details really paid huge dividends this year,” he says. “For example, tar spot was identified for the first time. Farmers…Continue Reading

Ag economist says cotton demand a headwind

An extension economist with the University of Arkansas says demand continues to be a headwind for the U.S. cotton market this year. Scott Stiles tells Brownfield the biggest cotton buyer, China, is expected to purchase less cotton than last year. “Last year, their imports were around 50 million bales and this year, they’re expected to…Continue Reading

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