Across the Corn Belt, warm, mostly dry weather favors summer crop maturation. Such conditions are especially beneficial in the northwestern Corn Belt, where crop development continues to lag the normal pace. In Minnesota, only 23% of the soybeans were dropping leaves by September 15, versus the 5-year average of 39%. Nationally, 44% of the soybeans…… Continue Reading
Country Stars Who Lost Everything in a House Fire
Believe it or not, several of these artists were better off afterward. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
We Asked Miranda Lambert About Beyonce and She’s Totally Right!
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Certified Ag Dealers and Fox Factory Vehicles launch first ever AGwagon
Certified Ag Dealership has launched the first purpose-built truck for farmers and ranchers. CEO Pat Driscoll says it was designed by farmers with their needs in mind. “One of the very first things that our fourteen farmers and ranchers said is that they needed a heavy duty front end,” he says. “They put that on…… Continue Reading
Pioneer field agronomist concerned about effects of drought
Agronomists are concerned about the long term impacts of Ohio’s statewide drought. Pioneer field agronomist Troy Putnam says drought conditions have expanded. “I think it’s interesting to watch some of the the numbers start to come in. We are just now getting started,” he says. “We’ve had some very, very big concerns here early about…… Continue Reading
Long term effects to Ohio’s soil and water amid drought
There are concerns about the long-term impacts of this year’s drought. The severe drought conditions plaguing much of Ohio will cause challenges well beyond this growing season. Jeff Duling is the president of the Ohio Federation of Soil and Water Conservation Districts. “It’s compacting. There’s a lot of cracks out there, I’m afraid,” he says.…… Continue Reading
‘America’s Got Talent’ Contestant Emily Gold Dead at 17
The teen appeared on the NBC competition series alongside the Los Osos High School dance team. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
11 Eerie Country Songs That Wound Up Predicting the Future
These 11 eerie country songs aren’t just songs — they’re crystal balls. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
RFA seeks update on EPA feedstock audits
The Renewable Fuels Association has asked the EPA for an update on its investigation into imported biofuel feedstocks. President and CEO Geoff Cooper tells Brownfield the U.S. imports more than six billion pounds of supposedly-used cooking oil and questionable tallow for feedstock to make biodiesel. “Enjoying the benefit of a U.S. tax credit, and enjoying…… Continue Reading
Grassley talks Senate Ag Committee temporary relief plan
Senate Ag Committee chair Debbie Stabenow is reportedly considering temporary relief for farmers in absence of a new farm bill. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says that would be a step in the right direction. “It’s to make sure that the 2018 prices for PLC and ARC are updated to reflect the inflation in diesel, seed,…… Continue Reading
