The president of Iowa Farm Bureau is encouraged by EPA action to address farmer concerns with Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) systems. Brent Johnson, who farms in Calhoun County, says more details need to be known. “We’re still learning (about) what exactly they’re talking about. But the fact that the EPA is leaning into those opportunities…… Continue Reading
Superior Ag and Premier Companies explore merger
Two-Indiana based farmer-owned cooperatives have announced they are exploring a merger to strengthen their customer offerings. In a joint statement, Superior Ag and Premier Companies said they are looking to expand innovations and continue to serve their farmers as the marketplace changes. The board of directors for both companies said a unified cooperative could bring additional…… Continue Reading
Gavin Adcock Pranks Fans After His Court Date
Adcock fans were alarmed by the singer’s update following his court date for reckless driving and open container law violation charges. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Apple production outlook mixed
The U.S. Apple Association is calling for a slight bump in production this year, but heat stress in Michigan could put a drag on expectations. West Michigan grower Chris Kropf tells Brownfield a lack of moisture has reduced fruit size somewhat. “If we’ve got a slightly smaller crop or same size as last year, there…… Continue Reading
August heat impacting crops
An agronomist with Burrus Seed says the latest heat wave is impacting the Midwestern corn crop. Dana Harder, who covers Missouri and west central Illinois, tells Brownfield, “It seems we’re progressing anywhere from 10 to 14 days ahead of schedule.” He says, “The elevated nighttime temperature just caused the GDU’s to really accumulate. This hot…… Continue Reading
New Ag Climate Dashboard designed to help farmers make management decisions
A climatologist at the Midwestern Regional Climate Center says a new weather-related tool could help improve the bottom line for farmers and ranchers. Austin Pearson says the Ag Climate Dashboard houses different digital tools that support various management strategies. “What this dashboard is hoping to do is to shed light on different areas that can help…… Continue Reading
E15 push continues
The president of Iowa Corn says the push for permanent year-round E15 sales continues to be a top priority. Stu Swanson tells Brownfield E15 work has been a lengthy battle. “We’re going to keep going and we are going to get that done,” he said. “Legislatively, we have a couple of opportunities here in the…… Continue Reading
Dolly Parton Has Her Own Coke Flavor Now
Coca-Cola and Dolly Parton have come together for an exclusive soda drop. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Labor issues continue to be concern of many producers
The Kansas Secretary of Agriculture says on-going labor issues are top of mind for many producers across the state. Mike Beam tells Brownfield immigration reform could help provide a stable and reliable workforce. “I think there were a lot of people who were kind of pleased that we’ve had less people come here illegally here. Now is…… Continue Reading
Excessive moisture highlights need for risk management tools
Iowa’s Ag Secretary says drought is no longer impacting the state after a wetter than expected summer. Mike Naig tells Brownfield farmers had been dealing with dry conditions the last several years. “After five years (of drought), here we are,” he said. “What a year. We’ve just had so much moisture. July in particular, I…… Continue Reading
