The Hogs for Hunger program from Missouri Farmers Care is taking a more local approach this year. There are two paths for Missouri hog farmers and swine exhibitors to participate in the Drive to Feed Kids Hogs for Hunger program this year. Executive Director Ashley McCarty tells Brownfield participants can take part locally or at the…… Continue Reading
Tim McGraw Mourning Loss of Uncle Hank: ‘An Incredible Man
Tim shared a lengthy post about his uncle. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Prevent plant decisions are difficult
A crop insurance advisor says he’s getting fewer questions about prevent plant because most farmers have decided what they must do. Mike Boen with Compeer Financial tells Brownfield some areas have been hit harder than others. “Those folks that still have water standing on the ground, etc., they’re probably going to lean more towards a…… Continue Reading
Nebraska DNR Director announces resignation
The head of Nebraska’s Department of Natural Resources is stepping down. According to Gov. Jim Pillen’s office, Tom Riley is taking a job in the private sector and will depart the agency on Aug. 2. Riley was appointed as director of DNR in November 2020. The governor’s office says an interim director and appointment of…… Continue Reading
Wheat growers encouraged to wait before applying post-harvest herbicides
Kansas State University weed specialist Sarah Lancaster says wheat growers should wait before applying post-harvest herbicides. “It’s the middle of July, it’s hot. Weeds are not growing as well and so herbicides tend to not work as well when we’re spraying in hot conditions,” she says. Lancaster tells Brownfield farmers should apply later in the day, ensure weeds are…… Continue Reading
USDA study finds financial position of farms improving
A new report from USDA shows farms are taking on more debt but financial conditions have improved overtime. Brad Zwilling with Illinois Farm Business Farm Management tells Brownfield it’s a trend he’s been closely following. “In Illinois, we’ve gone from a little over $250,000 in 2004 up to over $1,000,000 in 2023,” he says. “It’s…… Continue Reading
A House Ag Committee leader says no progress on farm bill in the U.S. House
In a House Ag Committee hearing on Wednesday, Ranking Member David Scott said he’s concerned about the lack of bipartisanship and progress on a new farm bill following the committee’s approval in late May. “I had a word with Speaker Johnson. My feeling is Speaker Johnson won’t bring this bill to the floor for a…… Continue Reading
Toby Keith Jumps 165 Percent in Streams – Here’s Why
Fans are remembering the late, great Toby Keith by listening to his music. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Rural leaders ask Congress for more natural disaster response
Rural community leaders impacted by recent natural disasters are urging Congress to strengthen infrastructure funding and response efforts. During a hearing Wednesday, Minnesota farmer and County Commissioner Kevin Paap testified on the impact of a partial dam failure in his community last month that released more than 11.6 million cubic yards of sediment after severe…… Continue Reading
2024 “Year of the bug”
A Bayer agronomist says it’s been a year for the bugs. “It’s been easier to find insect issues this year in both corn and beans than I can recall.” Lance Tarochione, who covers western Illinois, tells Brownfield a wide range of pests are causing problems. “The year of stink bugs, of aphids, cutworm, it’s the…… Continue Reading
