The Missouri Department of Conservation is turning Christmas into habitat help. From January 1st through January 31st, residents can drop off undecorated real trees at designated sites across central Missouri […]… Continue Reading
Variable temperatures and above-average precipitation from La Niña may improve soil conditions before spring
The Illinois state climatologist says a strengthening La Niña weather pattern could bring some much-needed drought relief to the Midwest. Dr. Trent Ford says it usually means active weather with above-average moisture. “Wetter conditions all the way up through the Ohio Valley.” He says, “But if that does hit, if La Niña can influence our…… Continue Reading
Missouri Wins Top-10 Rural Health Funding Boost from Federal Program
Gov. Mike Kehoe announced Missouri will receive more than $216 million in first-year funding for the Rural Health Transformation Program, a federal initiative to expand rural health care access and […]… Continue Reading
18-Year-Old Arrested After Armed Road-Rage Incident
A 18-year-old man has been taken into custody after a road-rage incident on Highway 124 in Boone County. Two victims told deputies a white man in a ski mask pointed […]… Continue Reading
Dennis Hamlin Was Instrumental in Son Denny Hamlin’s Career
A tragic fire has turned Denny Hamlin’s world upside down, leaving behind a legacy of sacrifice and support from his father. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Milk price outlook for 2026 not good
A dairy marketing advisor says it will be hard to bring milk prices up for farmers in 2026. Jenny Wackershouser with Ever.ag tells Brownfield domestic demand has not kept up with the increased US capacity to make more dairy products. “For both cheese, butter, whey, and even our, like Fairlife type, the longer-shelf life milk…… Continue Reading
Near-seasonal, late-December weather for most across the Heartland; milder parts of the Plains
Across the Corn Belt, cold, breezy weather lingers. Tuesday morning’s low temperatures broadly fell below 10°F in the upper Mississippi Valley. Additionally, snow showers and squalls continue downwind of the Great Lakes, while a new batch of light snow is arriving across Minnesota and environs. Following recent and ongoing wind-blown snow in the northern Corn…… Continue Reading
Biosecurity on dairy farms varies by region
An animal disease expert says biosecurity practices will look a little different based on the farm’s type and location. Dr. Keith Poulsen with the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory tells Brownfield some biosecurity differences are based on how the region’s industry is built. “Farms really in the Northeast and Midwest, they’re not starting from scratch. They’re…… Continue Reading
Ho-Chunk corn planting depth study shows interesting results
Indigenous tribes have been learning how to improve their food crops for thousands of years. The Ho-Chunk Nation has expanded its agriculture department to improve food security and bring back traditional food staples… and one of their research projects might surprise corn growers. We’ll hear from Hinu Smith on today’s Managing for Profit The post…… Continue Reading
Candace Cameron Bure’s Son Lev Has Found His Path as a Preacher
Candace Cameron Bure’s son Lev has found his path in faith as a preacher — a proud moment for the Full House alum and her family. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
