Cranberry crop might top USDA projections

Wisconsin’s cranberry growers might exceed yield projections this fall.  USDA and Ocean Spray predict around 4.9 million barrels will be harvested this fall, but Wisconsin Cranberry Growers Association Executive Director Grant Holley tells Brownfield growers are more optimistic. “Now, we’ve been traveling around the state. We’re looking, and this late summer type weather here in…Continue Reading

Rep. Budzinski says farm bill extension to be tied to federal budget

A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says a farm bill extension will likely be tied to the federal budget process. Illinois Representative Nikki Budzinski says Congress is reconvening from the August recess this week with a tight calendar. “I think the expectation is that a farm bill extension could likely be wrapped up…Continue Reading

Anita Vanderwert

Anita has been with Brownfield for over 25 years. As a Marketing Strategist for Brownfield Ag News, Anita works closely with the network’s national sales team to find solutions for Brownfield’s advertising partners. Having grown up on a family farm she offers good insight and farming experience. Currently she and her husband operate a farm…Continue Reading

Keeping Missouri’s Farms Sustainable

Clayton Light, Missouri Soybean’s director of conservation ag and farm operations, says conservation and sustainability are closely related. It is important to keep sustainability in mind while looking at research projects and to make sure the conservation tactics are realistic for farmers to use. Light tells Brownfield that sound conservation will keep Missouri farmers profitable…Continue Reading

Checking Out the Illinois Corn Checkoff!

The Illinois Corn Marketing Board utilizes corn checkoff dollars to spread the message and advance the state’s top industry. Through strategic investment of Illinois corn checkoff dollars, they work to grow demand, create new markets, and foster understanding of corn farmers and the corn industry. Jeff Scates, current ICMB chairman and southeastern Illinois farmer, says the…Continue Reading

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