HPAI spreading in Ottawa County flocks

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed another two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Ottawa County. The state says the commercial flocks bring the county’s number of outbreaks this year to seven. Nearly all of the infected flocks confirmed during this fall migration have been reported in Ottawa County. Since…Continue Reading

China’s return to U.S. sorghum market could boost exports

The chairwoman of the National Sorghum Producers says China’s renewed interest in U.S. sorghum could help expand market access. Amy France, a farmer from Kansas, says there are still questions about the purchase commitments. “We need at least 5 million metric ton per year as a minimum in this agreement with China.” She tells Brownfield…Continue Reading

Wisconsin proposes big revisions to animal health fee plan

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is backing away from a proposal that could increase animal health program fees. The department says they received more than 500 comments on the proposed fees.  Tim Fiocchi with Wisconsin Farm Bureau tells Brownfield all of the comments from farmers, livestock dealers, truckers, and sales barns were in opposition. …Continue Reading

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