Pearce has moved on, and she says she wishes fans would, too. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Hot weather continues on the far southern Plains; comfortable temps cover the Corn Belt
Across the Corn Belt, dry weather prevails, while Monday’s high temperatures are expected to range from 75 to 85°F. With Midwestern corn and soybean development mostly at or ahead of the normal pace, this week’s cool weather should not be a major concern. However, warmth is still needed across the far upper Midwest, where crop…… Continue Reading
Expansion possible for SDSU swine research facility
South Dakota State University’s Swine Education and Research Facility could get an expansion by the end of 2025. Bob Thaler with SDSU Extension tells Brownfield the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council granted funding for two additional wean-to-finish nutrition rooms and double the research capacity, but the state legislature has to approve it first. “This gift…… Continue Reading
Manage a Top Soybean Yield Robber with Peking Resistance
In this week’s Managing for Profit, a partnership with Brevant Seeds and Brownfield Ag News, Area Product Manager Brad Foresman says Soybean Cyst Nematode can be difficult to manage, but choosing soybean varieties with Peking SCN resistance helps. The post Manage a Top Soybean Yield Robber with Peking Resistance appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.…… Continue Reading
First case of corn stunt confirmed in MO
University of Missouri Extension says corn stunt has been confirmed in southwest Missouri, the first time the disease has been confirmed in the state. An agronomist discovered symptoms of the uncommon corn disease in Christian, Stone, Lawrence and Barton counties. Corn leafhoppers infect corn plants with pathogens that result in stunting. Symptoms of corn stunt…… Continue Reading
Farmers Union optimistic about proposed Packers and Stockyards rule
Farmers Union members are optimistic about the proposed new USDA Packers and Stockyards rules. Lauren Langworthy with Wisconsin Farmers Union tells Brownfield their members are concerned about consolidation in agriculture, especially in the meat packing sector where four companies control much of the business. Langworthy says USDA’s new rule defines unfair practices. “And we think…… Continue Reading
Farmers, firefighters see effectiveness of soybean-based foam
Chemists at Crossplains Solutions developed a firefighting foam using soybean flour that was released to the market in March. Firefighters and farmers from around the country visited a Wisconsin fire training facility to see how well the foam works. Craig Kruse with the Watertown, South Dakota Fire Department tells Brownfield his city has dealt with…… Continue Reading
Dairy nutrition important for babies, moms.
The dairy checkoff is highlighting the benefits of dairy consumption for mothers and babies. A new campaign led by the dairy checkoff and MilkPEP is designed to elevate awareness and understanding of dairy’s contributions to the development of brain cognition during the first 1,000 days of life, encompassing pregnancy through the child’s second birthday. Checkoff…… Continue Reading
Nebraska seminar highlights innovative uses for U.S. meat products
A University of Nebraska meat extension specialist says finding innovative ways to utilize U.S. beef and pork helps grow demand on the global market. Jordan Wicks worked with four delegations from Latin America this week to develop unique eating experiences. One of them did a pork carnitas item out of a pork loin. We had…… Continue Reading
Miranda Lambert + Brendan McLoughlin Started as ‘Pen Pals’
In a new episode of Bunnie Xo’s podcast, Miranda Lambert spills the details on her early courtship with husband Brendan McLoughlin. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
