The head of marketing at Nutrien Ag Solutions says a long-standing partnership with the National FFA Organization is an investment in the next generation of agricultural leaders. Brian Knifong tells Brownfield, “Farmers 2050 is a digital application where FFA chapters can have real interactions and real-life activity to try to simulate a real production agricultural…… Continue Reading
Illinois ag director skeptical of long-term benefits in new U.S.–China trade deal
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says he’s unsure about the long-term benefits of the newly announced trade framework between the U.S. and China. “From my perspective, some of this is too little, too late.” Jerry Costello tells Brownfield that China’s purchase commitment of 12 million metric tons in 2025 and then 25…… Continue Reading
Jake Owen’s Life Was a Mess Before Phone Call Changed Everything
“In the last couple of years I’ve gone through my second separation, going back to being just this single guy, not having a team, a record deal. I was alone dude. I felt really alone…” Continue reading…… Continue Reading
The 30 Darkest Songs in Country Music History, Ranked
Lots of A-Listers have put out dark country music, but No. 1 on this list is a deep cut you might have never heard before. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Star Catherine Bach Hospitalized in L.A.
She’s hospitalized “on an emergency basis.” Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Local soybean crush plant bringing new opportunities for Nebraska farmers
Northeast Nebraska farmer Anne Meis says a local soybean crush plant has been a game changer this harvest season. “We’re excited about that market being in this area. We’re hoping it will bring down some basis (levels). That brand new facility this area should be proud of. It’s quick and easy to get in with…… Continue Reading
Usset: soybean demand surge echoes ethanol boom of two decades ago
The bullish combination of renewed purchases by China and surging domestic crush has the U.S. soybean market poised for a breakout. University of Minnesota Extension grain market economist Ed Usset says the latest NOPA report showed crush levels nearly five percent above expectations. “The crush was 10 million bushels more than the market expected, it…… Continue Reading
Fall fieldwork in full swing as eastern Iowa harvest wraps up
Fall fieldwork is in full swing as harvest winds down in eastern Iowa. Syngenta agronomic service representative Dalton Webster says farmers are making headway on tillage and applying burndown herbicides on no-till acres. “I’ve seen a few guys that are, obviously with all the rain we had this year, they’re realizing how important drainage is.…… Continue Reading
5 Country Stars Who Swear They’ve Seen a Ghost
Artists who’ve had a paranormal experience share their best stories. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
FFA member helping support farmer mental health after Hurricane Helene
An FFA member from Erwin, Tennessee says the impacts of Hurricane Helene on her community inspired her to take a closer look at farmer mental health. Senior Abby Petterson says she hopes her agriscience fair project has real-world applications for the next generation of agriculture. “Farming is really tough,” she says. “I think starting here…… Continue Reading
