Don’t underestimate the value of pre-emergence weed control

An agronomist with Syngenta says good pre-emergence weed control is vital for a successful crop. Brandon Nystrom says in an early spring, farmers can use a strong foundation rate of residual herbicides to tackle winter annual weeds, like henbit, before crops emerge. “We’ve had a combination of conversations regarding managing those weeds already up and…Continue Reading

Equipment manufacturer says tariffs, trade could impact ag economy

A global equipment manufacturer says the Trump administration’s tariff and trade policy will likely have an impact on the ag economy Eric Raby, senior vice president for the Americas with CLAAS, says right now there’s more questions than answers. “We have to make sure that we’re paying attention to how we’re supporting the farmers, how we’re…Continue Reading

U.S. and China continue tit-for-tat trade dispute

China has increased tariffs on U.S. goods again, responding to the latest move from the United States. “It’s certainly become a bidding war as to who can name the highest tariff.” But Arlan Suderman with StoneX Group says it doesn’t matter how high the tariffs go – trade has essentially been shutdown between the two countries. “That…Continue Reading

Illinois strengthening trade relationship with Mexico

The top elected officials in Illinois are set on maintaining a strong relationship with Mexico. Governor J.B. Pritzker recently led a trade delegation to meet with Mexican elected officials and business leaders. “What we were trying to do is to bring our Ag organizations, and representatives of family farmers, together with the Mexican buyers as…Continue Reading

Legislation proposes more whole milk & dairy in SNAP program

Recently introduced legislation would incentivize families to consume more dairy products including whole milk as part of the SNAP program. U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) introduced the Dairy Nutrition Incentive Program Act.  Marshall, who is also a medical doctor, tells Brownfield getting more dairy products to low-income families can improve…Continue Reading

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