Mixed reactions in farm country as trade aid decision nears

There are some mixed feelings about trade aid in farm country as agriculture awaits more details from the Trump administration. “I think we’re kind of in the same spot where we were eight years ago when we had all the trade disruptions with China,” says Matt Bainbridge, a farmer from South Dakota. “It seems like…Continue Reading

Political market volatility frustrating farmers

A pair of Illinois farmers say it’s a frustrating time in agriculture. Mark Bunselmeyer is the newly elected president of the Illinois Corn Growers Association. “We have these contentious times constantly with tariffs and different announcements day-to-day, and what kind of social media post might come on.”  He says, “It’s tough to catch up just…Continue Reading

U.S. wheat exports gaining momentum, farmer director says

A farmer director with U.S. Wheat Associates says he’s optimistic that strong export sales will continue.   Kansas producer Gary Millershaski tells Brownfield wheat is competitively priced on the global market.  “Which is great for exporting but really stinks if you’re a producer trying to sell it. However, the only way we get rid of…Continue Reading

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

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