Commentary. I recently watched a PBS segment about the Lenape tribe of Native Americans, and one line in particular stuck with me. While sharing a traditional meal, an elder said, “Food anchors a community.” That hit home in a way I didn’t expect, especially when considering food’s role in both cultural identity and community connection.…… Continue Reading
Skinny farm bill could prevent some programs from lapsing
The CEO of the Kansas Soybean Association says a skinny farm bill could help clear up confusion surrounding the expiration of some programs. Kaleb Little tells Brownfield the reconciliation process secured funding for the farm safety net, but other areas need to be addressed. “All of those programs whether they passed in reconciliation or if…… Continue Reading
Ethanol production recedes as stocks rise
U.S. ethanol production declined slightly last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.078 million barrels per day, down 9,000 on the week and 17,000 on the year. That week-to-week dip was despite an improvement in the estimated operating margin for the average Iowa plant, which Iowa State University’s Center for Agricultural and…… Continue Reading
Ozzy Osbourne Used Just 3 Words to Describe Jelly Roll’s Voice
A year before his death, Ozzy Osbourne had high praise for Jelly Roll’s signature vocal style. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Now is the time to scout for red crown rot
An extension plant pathologist at Purdue University says now is the time for farmers to be on the lookout for red crown rot in soybeans. Darcy Telenko says the soil-borne disease is likely more widespread than realized. “You’re watching for those areas you might call SDS, or Sudden Death Syndrome.” She says, “It’s the same…… Continue Reading
Testifiers want Congress to change Prop 12 law
Some members of the pork industry are asking Congress to override California’s animal confinement law. During a House Ag Committee hearing on Wednesday, Ohio pork producer and National Pork Producers Council Board of Directors Vice President Pat Hord said Proposition 12 opens the door to a patchwork of legislation. “It creates uncertainty around what we…… Continue Reading
New Photo Reveals Johnny Cash + Ozzy Osbourne Friendship
Johnny Cash’s son John Carter Cash just shared a memory of his father with the “Crazy Train” singer. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Walmart Employee Leaks Memo About Controversial Receipt Check
A fresh perspective from inside Walmart’s aisles reveals a surprising twist on receipt checks, sparking debate about trust and security in shopping. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Agoro Carbon announces 12-year agreement with Microsoft
Microsoft has entered into a 12-year agreement with a carbon market company. Ashley Bruner with Agoro Carbon says the software company is becoming a leader in carbon credit purchases. “(Microsoft) is really setting a tone of trust in this market, longevity in this market. And we’ve definitely seen on the buyer side an uptick and…… Continue Reading
Is Jessie Murph’s ‘1965’ Video Art, or Smut?
The most provocative scene lasts just long enough for you to think, “Oh my gosh, how has this passed YouTube’s censors?” Continue reading…… Continue Reading
