Solutions from the Land backs year-round E15, ethanol policies

A leader with 25×25 Solutions from the Land says federal renewable fuels policy is critical for reaching environmental goals. Ray Gaesser, who also farms in southwestern Iowa, says unlocking the full potential of biofuels like corn ethanol can help the country reduce emissions. “There’s so many benefits, not only for the economic value, but the…Continue Reading

POET says year-round e15 still uncertain despite years of advocacy

The world’s largest biofuel producer says nationwide year-round E15 legislation remains in limbo. Doug Berven, vice president of corporate affairs with POET, says it’s been a frustrating uphill battle. “Is going to happen this year? I don’t know. We’ve been working very hard on it. We’ve been predicting that it will get done for quite…Continue Reading

Cash dairy prices lower Tuesday

Cash dairy prices were mostly lower Tuesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange.  Dry whey was down $0.02 at $0.74.  Three sales were recorded, ranging from $0.74 to $0.75.  Forty-pound cheese blocks were down $0.05 at $1.4750.  Two sales were recorded at $1.4775 and $1.49.  Cheese barrels remained unchanged at $1.5825.  No sales were recorded.  Butter prices were down $0.03 at $1.43. Three sales were recorded at that price.  Nonfat dry milk was down $0.0025 at $1.16.  Five sales were recorded, ranging from $1.16 to $1.1625.  The post Cash dairy prices lower Tuesday appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.     Continue Reading

Iowa farmer hopes more producers adopt nitrogen-reducing practices

A southwest Iowa farmer says he continues to focus on nitrogen reduction to help improve water quality. “Trying to be environmentally friendly is something that’s near and dear to my heart,” said Mark Peterson of Stanton. Peterson, who also represents Practical Farmers of Iowa, tells Brownfield he’s been documenting improvements as a result of his…Continue Reading

NCGA pushing year-round E15

The president of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) says he’s optimistic Congress will take action on year-round E15 this year. Ohio farmer Jed Bower tells Brownfield that nationwide, year-round E-15 is the quickest way to impact U.S. farm profitability. “If we can take another 2 to 2 1/2 billion bushels out of the market,…Continue Reading

Producers say federal aid may be needed to bridge rising farm losses

Some members of the ag industry say a financial aid package could help farmers navigate on-going economic pressure.   Chairwoman of the National Sorghum Producers Amy France, a farmer from Kansas, says she’s expecting details from the Trump administration in early December. “Aid is not going to fix anything, but it’s absolutely going to hopefully…Continue Reading

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