A carbon specialist wants farmers to consider doing less fall tillage. Clay Craighton with Agoro Carbon Alliance says depending on certain circumstances and soil types, tillage is necessary. “But do we need to do it to the extent that we normally did is the question. Where we used to field cultivate, could a vertical till…… Continue Reading
Work continues on clean fuel production tax credit
The Under Secretary of Farm Production and Conservation at the USDA says the agency continues to work closely with the Department of Treasury on the 45Z clean fuel production tax credit. Robert Bonnie tells Brownfield improvements to the credit can make biofuels more attractive for the new Sustainable Aviation Fuel market. “As we look at…… Continue Reading
Hayden Panettiere on Her Grief Journey After Brother’s Death
Panettiere says that after her younger brother’s death, her grief caused weight gain that made it difficult to leave the house. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Growth Energy submits legal brief: don’t overlook biofuels
Growth Energy has filed an amicus brief in a U.S. Court of Appeals case challenging the EPA’s tailpipe emissions rule. Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Chris Bliley tells Brownfield there’s concern the emissions rule favors electric vehicles and overlooks the benefits of lower carbon biofuels. “Even mid-level and high-level blends with hybrids and plug-in…… Continue Reading
Indiana farmer says warm, dry conditions speeding up crop maturity
Central Indiana farmer Jim Douglas says harvest is just getting started in his part of the state. “You know, I see a sprinkle of combines in the field here,” he says. “We have not harvested anything yet. But I’m planning on getting in the field maybe this afternoon.” He tells Brownfield the crop has been…… Continue Reading
The Real Reason Dustin Lynch Tapped Jelly Roll for ‘Chevrolet’
Dustin Lynch wasn’t just looking for star power. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Brantley Gilbert’s Wife Won’t Let Him Tattoo This Body Part
Brantley Gilbert’s new album ‘Tattoos’ reveals his extensive body ink, but his wife draws the line here. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
LISTEN: Brett Eldredge, Kelly Clarkson Cozy Up for Holiday Song
Brett Eldredge is back in his Christmas era with a brand new original holiday song, “Sweet December,” which features Kelly Clarkson. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Ethanol production falls to three month low
U.S. ethanol production hit a 12-week low last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.049 million barrels a day, down 31,000 on the week, partially due to seasonal maintenance, but up 69,000 on the year. Iowa State University’s Center for Agricultural and Rural Development says operating margins at the average Iowa plant…… Continue Reading
RFA calls for more inclusive SAF tax credit
The Renewable Fuels Association continues to advocate for a broader suite of ag practices as the Treasury Department develops guidance for sustainable aviation fuel tax credits. CEO Geoff Cooper tells Brownfield current requirements bundle no-till, cover crops, and efficient nitrogen fertilizer use. “We do think there are going to be more options available to farmers…… Continue Reading
