Leaders from the agricultural research community are calling on Congress to prioritize USDA funding amid spending cuts. Michigan State University AgBioResearch Director George Smith tells Brownfield the uncertainty for land-grant universities today is more significant than even during the pandemic. “It’s limiting their ability to do the work that is so important at this period…… Continue Reading

A student at Ohio State says there’s a rising interest in students wanting to pursue a career in ag education. Mallory Kramer says Teach Ag Ohio is helping students find careers beyond the traditional ag pathways. “They just think it’s taking your animals to fair, but really you’re advancing your leadership skills, getting involved by taking…… Continue Reading

The Ag Retailers Association says EPA’s recently released final insecticide strategy will be more flexible for the agricultural industry. Richard Gupton tells Brownfield modifications show the agency is listening to stakeholders. “ARA has worked with other ag stakeholders to inform them that the proposals that have been put out were not manageable and not workable,…… Continue Reading