Southwest Iowa planting pace has been rapid

A southwest Iowa farmer says some growers have already finished planting in his area. Ray Gaesser raises corn and soybeans in Adams County and says, “Some folks around here are completely done with corn and beans. They started two weeks ago, probably near the first of April, and there was nice weather and they just…… Continue Reading

China less reliant on U.S. ag since last trade war

The president of Global AgriTrends says the escalating tariff dispute between the U.S. and China is going to hurt both countries. Brett Stuart tells Brownfield the countries’ economies are intertwined.   “245% Tariffs on the biggest export market for China is untenable.”  He says, “It is not going to work for their country. It’s not…… Continue Reading

Cuts to forecasting agencies could have troublesome impacts for producers

A state climatologist says cuts to the National Weather Service could disrupt critical forecasting services that farmers and ranchers depend on. Nebraska’s Deborah Bathke expressed concern that staff shortages may impact the agency’s ability to provide accurate and real time information. “That has affected their ability to launch weather balloons. What comes next? Maybe it’s…… Continue Reading

Looking at the broader impact of tariffs

A livestock economist says the continued tariff conversations can have long-term impacts on all sectors of agriculture. Kenny Burdine with the University of Kentucky says it will largely depend on the trading partner. “You’ve got the direct impact, how does it impact the flow of exports to that country or in some cases, imports from…… Continue Reading

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