A Purdue University Extension weed scientist says wet weather conditions have created additional weed pressure this year. Tommy Butts tells Brownfield, “It’s made for a very bad giant ragweed year. Those are cool season weeds that pop out normally in the end of March, beginning of April or mid-April time frame and normally they go away pretty…… Continue Reading
USDA says plan to address HPAI is working, but producers need to be prepared
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the USDA’s five-point plan to address Highly Pathogenic Avian influenza is working. She tells Brownfield that egg prices have come down. “We’ve done over 900 biosecurity audits around the country, but especially in the areas that are really hit by avian flu,” she says. Rollins says while a lot of…… Continue Reading
Crop development rebounding for Nebraska farmer
South-central Nebraska farmer Mike Bergen says warmer temperatures and timely rains have sparked a noticeable improvement in crop conditions on his farm. “The real term to describe this crop early on is uneven and a little stalled out. But, now, this corn is loving the 90 degree days, humidity and a full moisture profile.” He…… Continue Reading
Zach Top Reveals What He Stopped Doing After His First No. 1 Hit
Top says getting his first No. 1 hit changed the way he approaches covering classic country music. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Ronnie McDowell Issues First Statement Since On-Stage Stroke
The ‘Older Women’ star is on the mend after suffering a stroke onstage in Pennsylvania last month. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Tick issues on rise
A central Illinois veterinarian says he’s seeing an increase in tick-related issues. Dr. Derek McFarland, of Jubilee Hills Veterinary Service in Princeville, says a stretch of relatively mild winters has led to more overwintering by the parasites. “The amount of bugs, and the amount of ticks in particularly, the past two years are coming out…… Continue Reading
Jason Aldean Has Given Himself Six Months to Get Better at This
It’s something he didn’t take up until later in life. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Keith Urban Ends Interview Over Salacious Nicole Kidman Question
The country star’s team reportedly cut the call, making it clear that some topics are off-limits. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Tim McGraw Rocks New Accessory During Date Night With Faith Hill
The two enjoyed a lovely dinner together. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Global Dairy Trade index drops significantly
The Global Dairy Trade index had its biggest decline so far this year, falling 4.1% in Tuesday’s trading session. Significant gains in butter milk powder and lactose prices were offset by losses in every other category, with whole milk powder taking the biggest loss of 5.1%. On Tuesday, 110 winning bidders purchased 25,705 metric tons…… Continue Reading
