President Jimmy Carter turns 100 on Oct. 1, marking a historic milestone in presidential history. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Why Keith Urban, Jelly Roll + Kenny Chesney Will Play Rock HOF
Country music will be well represented at the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 19. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Prairie Farms Dairy acquires Ohio-based SmithFoods
Illinois-based cooperative Prairie Farms Dairy has acquired Orrville, Ohio-based SmithFoods. SmithFoods operates under the retail brand Smith and are known for their plant-based dairy products. SmithFoods says the shared values of Prairie Farms Dairy will ensure success for years to come. Both companies say they are committed to maintaining day-to-day operations and preserving their customer…… Continue Reading
Risk protection key in down price environment
A Minnesota farmer is stressing the importance of risk protection amid low commodity prices and high input costs. Darin Johnson says it’s a tough environment for marketing corn and soybeans. “As we figure break-evens looking into this next year, we are well below the cost of production. And that brings me (to) crop insurance, that’s…… Continue Reading
New NCGA president lays out priorities
The new president of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) says farmers are facing many hurdles as his one-year term begins. Kenneth Hartman Jr., a fifth-generation farmer from Waterloo, Illinois, tells Brownfield… “There’s higher costs when it comes to fuel labor, you know, across the board, everything is more expensive, but yet corn prices are…… Continue Reading
How port shutdowns impact U.S. agriculture
More than 35 East and Gulf Coast ports are at a standstill due to a labor union strike and the executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition says meat and poultry exports are a concern. “These occur in refrigerated containers, so there is a period of time they can sit on the docks and remain…… Continue Reading
Nebraska Corn Board, Growth Energy applaud House bill for year-round E15
The executive director of the Nebraska Corn Board says a House bill that would establish permanent year-round sales of E15 is a good step forward for corn growers. Kelly Brunkhorst tells Brownfield… “Essentially, we would be looking at a 50% increase in the ethanol blend from an E10 to E15. “We’re talking millions of bushels…… Continue Reading
If a Slice of Bread Is Moldy, Can You Eat the Rest of the Loaf?
Can you eat the loaf of bread if one piece has mold? Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Kansas Ag Secretary talks HPAI
The Kansas Secretary of Ag says protecting animal health is crucial to expanding exports. Mike Beam tells Brownfield… “We have to protect our livestock and also protect human health, so we have to understand that there are expectations by other countries,” he says. “For the most part we’ve been able to meet those expectations, especially…… Continue Reading
Kane Brown Teases Extremely Emotional Song About His Kids
Kane Brown’s new song about his little girls will hit you right in the feels. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
