The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed another case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Ottawa County. The state says the commercial flock is the county’s third detection of the virus during October and the fifth case since the beginning of the year. The virus has only been confirmed in West Michigan…… Continue Reading
Megan Moroney’s Sexy Halloween Costume Honors Dolly Parton
Megan Moroney shared her Halloween costume to fans on social media. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Illinois ag director: farmer mental health support ‘more important than ever’
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says farmer mental health resources are more important than ever. Jerry Costello says farmers are feeling the effect of increased input costs at a time when commodity prices are below break-even for many. “Nitrogen is up 10% literally in just the last 9 or 10 months.” He…… Continue Reading
Harvest surprises: U.S. yields disappoint while data drought clouds markets
The grain markets are eager to learn more about U.S. harvest results. Analyst Angie Setzer with Consus Ag Consulting says the USDA’s October supply and demand report was absent because of the government shutdown. “October and November is when you see the USDA update crop production using in-field data. And the one thing that we…… Continue Reading
Jackson Dean Reveals His Most Meaningful Toby Keith Memories
Jackson Dean opens up about unforgettable moments spent with the late Toby Keith, sharing stories that reveal the man behind the music. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Growth Energy CEO says SAF production could provide long-term support for U.S. farmers
The CEO of Growth Energy says expanding domestic sustainable aviation fuel production could help support the down ag economy. Emily Skor says growth in the low-carbon fuel market could help boost corn demand. “We are one of the few commodities that has the volume to be able to satisfy the needs of that market,” she…… Continue Reading
Kenny Chesney Opens Up About Retirement and His Future
Kenny Chesney is hitting a big milestone soon, but retirement? Not on his radar. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Plan ahead: Strong Weed Management Starts with Residuals and Flexibility
As harvest wraps, farmers are thinking about weed control plans for next season. Corteva Agriscience market development specialist Ron Geis says the key components of effective weed management plans include residual herbicides and multiple modes of action. For those planting Enlist® crops, he tells Brownfield that making Enlist One® herbicide the cornerstone of your weed…… Continue Reading
FBI Head Kash Patel Slams ‘Attacks’ on Country Singer Girlfriend
Patel lashed out on social media after facing criticism for using an FBI jet to go see his girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins, perform at an event. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
HPAI found in another commercial breeder duck operation in northern Indiana
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been found in another poultry facility in northern Indiana. The Indiana State Board of Animal Health says the virus was detected in a commercial breeder duck operation in Elkhart County. BOAH says more than 3,000 birds will be depopulated and an approximately 6.2-mile control area with a more than 12-mile surveillance zone in portions of…… Continue Reading
