The threat of another trade war has many farmers on edge. Kevin Semlow, executive director of governmental affairs & commodities with the Illinois Farm Bureau, says the organization is stressing the importance of trade to federal officials. “We really do not need to be in a trade war.” He says, “It’s important that we have…… Continue Reading
‘Yellowstone’ Star Spotted Slow-Dancing at an Alan Jackson Show
Love was in the air for this ‘Yellowstone’ star and his date at Jackson’s show. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
If You See Kid Rock in Public, Don’t Ask Him to Do This
It’s apparently a touchy subject for Kid Rock. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Vince Gill Plans a Summer Trek to Mark 50 Years of Touring
Gill’s been keeping busy on tour with the Eagles, but he’s carving out a LOT of time for solo touring this summer, too. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Shaping the Beef Consumer of the Future
The Beef in the Classroom program provides educational materials and monetary support to help students become more comfortable and confident cooking with beef. In this episode, Bryce Anglin, a teacher outside of St. Louis shares how the program benefits his students. The post Shaping the Beef Consumer of the Future appeared first on Brownfield Ag…… Continue Reading
Research shows wildlife crop cost and prevention strategies
Wildlife damage costs farmers a lot of money every year nationwide. James Dedecker with Michigan State University’s Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center has spent over a decade studying the economic impact of wildlife damage and strategies farmers can use to prevent it. The post Research shows wildlife crop cost and prevention strategies appeared first…… Continue Reading
Jason Aldean + Wife Brittany Need Your Help Naming Their House
The Aldeans have a new member of the family and need you help name it. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Meet ag challenges with a plan
An ag consultant says farmers with a plan have a better chance of withstanding challenging times in agriculture. Kevin Ochsner, president of Agcellerate and host of NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen, says proposed tariffs have the potential to disrupt all sectors of the industry. “Ten to twenty percent of beef gets exported, and certainly 30-some…… Continue Reading
Here’s Your First Look at Netflix’s New Series ‘Ransom Canyon’
We might have found your next binge-worthy show! Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Many farmers have taken advantage of market rallies
The incoming president of the Illinois Grain & Feed Association says many farmers have taken advantage of recent rallies in the grain market. Mark Heil, general manager of Prairie Central Cooperative, tells Brownfield, “We’ve bought a lot of the grain from our farmers already.” He says, “We hit the harvest lows, and it rallied back…… Continue Reading
