Ernst continues push for nationwide E15 standard

A U.S. Senator continues to call for year-round sales of E15 nationwide. Iowa Republican Joni Ernst tells Brownfield the biofuel will be available during the summer months in eight Midwestern states beginning next year. “But we need the Biden-Harris administration to do the waiver for the rest of the nation (and) we should do that…Continue Reading

Ag banker concerned about lengthy downturn in farm economy

An ag banker is concerned about a prolonged downturn in the farm economy. Ed Elfmann is with the American Bankers Association. “USDA is predicting a 27 percent drop in farm income over the next year, who knows what next year will look like into ’25.” He tells Brownfield agriculture is cyclical. “We’ve seen these cycles…Continue Reading

Farm Advisors officially launches new farmer mentorship program

A new conservation mentor program will help farmers implement soil health practices on their operation.  Jim Moseley says the people who founded Farm Advisors have decades of experience in on-farm conservation practices.  “They’re going to assist other farmers in terms of conservation,” he says. “All activity decisions will be made by farmers.” He tells Brownfield…Continue Reading

Beck’s Hybrids helping farmers navigate lower prices

The president of Beck’s Hybrids says they’re focused on helping farmers navigate lower profitability.                    Scott Beck knows farmers are feeling the squeeze of lower commodity prices. “It’s really a holistic approach to partnering with farmers to help us go through the tougher times together,” he says. He tells Brownfield interest is increasing in the Beck’s…Continue Reading

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