Red crown rot impacting Illinois farmers

A Pioneer agronomist says red crown rot is having a major impact on some soybean growers. Matt Montgomery says his west central Illinois territory is ground zero for the relatively new fungal disease. “We’ve seen yield losses 40 to 60%.”  He says, “We’ve seen some real devastating, you know, one offs where yield gets dropped…… Continue Reading

Western Wisconsin farmer says crops variable but okay

A western Wisconsin farmer says there is a lot of variability in the crops this fall. Tony Mellenthin grows corn and soybeans south of Menomonie and tells Brownfield the late season weather had an impact. “Heat and lack of moisture to finish them off has taken the top end off the corn and beans. If…… Continue Reading

U.S. Senator says drought assistance is a top priority

A U.S. Senator from Ohio says providing drought assistance to those in need is a top priority. Sherrod Brown says farmers need assistance now. “One farmer told us that they can only get one and a half cuttings of hay pastures not growing well,” he says. “It means in the summer or early fall you’re already feeding…… Continue Reading

What lower interest rates mean for ag

The Federal Reserve has lowered its benchmark interest rate by half a percentage point. “It’s the first rate cut we’ve seen since March 2020.” Ben Brown with University of Missouri Extension says the operating interest offered by ag lenders is expected to decline, too. “That Federal Funds rate is a target. A lot of lending…… Continue Reading

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