A crop seed specialist says disease has been a challenge for farmers in the western Corn Belt. Mike Gruener with Wyffels Hybrids tells Brownfield… “With all the early rainfall, we’re seeing a lot of crown rot in the corn and then in this immediate area right around central Nebraska, Southern Rust is something like I’ve…… Continue Reading
Senate Ag Committee pushed to buy American food for schools
A representative of the food processing industry is encouraging lawmakers to source food for schools domestically. Kay Rentzel, Executive Director of the Southeastern Food Processors Association, National Peach Council, and U.S. Sweet Potato Council, testified during Wednesday’s U.S. Senate Ag subcommittee hearing on how a buy American provision guarantees students have access to the safest…… Continue Reading
IRFA asks Congress to prioritize E15 fix in early 2025
The executive director of the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association says he’s hopeful a federal solution for year-round E15 will be prioritized in early 2025. Monte Shaw tells Brownfield legislation has stalled in Congress. “It’s being blocked by one senator who has a refiner in his backyard and he’s just not going to let it go…… Continue Reading
‘Saturday Night Live’ Taps Jelly Roll to Launch 50th Season
Jelly Roll is quite emotional about this gig. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Scout corn pre-harvest for standability concerns
A group of Illinois agronomists say farmers should be scouting their corn fields this harvest season for stalk quality issues. Lance Tarochione, field agronomist in northwest Illinois with Bayer, says physics are not on the side of the corn plant. “I’m always worried about stalk quality in corn, even if there’s not a problem.” He…… Continue Reading
The 10 Best J.D. Souther Songs: Eagles, Linda Ronstadt + More
He played a pivotal role in the development of country-rock. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 18, 2024
Dec. corn closed at $4.12 and 3/4, up 1/4 centNov. soybeans closed at $10.14, up 8 centsOct. soybean meal closed at $317.90, down 10 centsOct. soybean oil closed at 40.99, up 44 pointsDec. wheat closed at $5.75 and 3/4, unchangedOct. live cattle closed at $178.30, down 50 centsOct. feeder cattle closed at $239.95, down 80…… Continue Reading
Iowa farmer stresses on-farm, roadway safety
A central Iowa farmer says safety is his biggest priority on the farm, especially during harvest season. Corey Goodhue farms near Carlisle and serves on the board of directors for the Iowa Soybean Association. “Harvest can feel like a mad rush at times with long hours,” he said. “I think it’s real important as we…… Continue Reading
Under Secretary Taylor: Ag trade remains a priority for Biden admin
The USDA’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs says ag trade has been a priority for the Biden administration in 2024. Alexis Taylor tells Brownfield the agency has focused on market diversification. “Sixty percent of our food and agricultural exports go to our top four markets,” she said. “That’s why we created the…… Continue Reading
Three Kids Wiped Out by Flying Fish, Probably Won’t Fish Again
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