An ag meteorologist says a ridge of high pressure is expected to build across the Corn Belt in mid-June, ending the rain for a little while. Drew Lerner with World Weather Incorporated says that doesn’t mean it will be hot and dry the rest of the year. “We have to be kind of careful here.…… Continue Reading
Elanco launches SRD treatment
Elanco Animal Health is launching a new product called Predalex. Technical veterinarian Dr. Patrick Hoffman tells Brownfield it’s the first unique injectable antibiotic treatment approved since 2012 to treat swine respiratory disease (SRD). The post Elanco launches SRD treatment appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
ClariFly a labor-free way to rid swine barns of flies
Central Life Sciences is highlighting a labor-free way for pork producers to control flies in the barn. Swine business unit regional sales manager Gene Spellman tells Brownfield ClariFly is an in-feed fly control product. The post ClariFly a labor-free way to rid swine barns of flies appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
Jimmy Buffett’s Widow is in a Legal Battle Over His Estate
A new lawsuit filed by Jane Buffett claims that the trustee of his estate has been “unprofessional,” “hostile” and predicted a shockingly low estimated payout from the trust. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Nebraska Agriculture and Economic Summit
Brownfield’s Kellan Heavican coveres the Nebraska Agriculture and Economic Summit The post Nebraska Agriculture and Economic Summit appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
NPPC continues to push for federal Prop 12 solution
The National Pork Producers Council continues to push for a federal solution to Proposition 12. NPPC immediate past president Lori Stevermer says Prop 12 has been a prominent issue the entire time she’s served on the national board. “Regardless of what you’ve done with your farm and who you talk to, the big concern is…… Continue Reading
Pesticide applicator changes pass Illinois legislature
The president of the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association says lawmakers have overwhelmingly approved changes to the state’s pesticide applicator licensing process. Kevin Johnson says the bill allowing recertification through continuing education instead of a required test every three years is headed to the Governor’s desk. “What we would like to see is an option…… Continue Reading
Ag Tech Conference
Brownfield’s Kellan Heavican covers the Ag Tech Conference The post Ag Tech Conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
China, Mexico lead the way for pork export sales
Pork export sales were up solidly on the week as beef dipped. The USDA says China bought about a third of the week’s total for pork, just ahead of Mexico. Beef sales during the week ending May 29th declined due to reductions by some major buyers along with a couple of net cancelations. Old crop…… Continue Reading
Taylor Sheridan Expands Restaurant Empire With Another Steakhouse
Taylor Sheridan is adding another stream of income to his portfolio. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
