A USDA Deputy State Director says many Inflation Reduction Act-funded projects will continue under the Trump administration regardless of its policy priorities. Rural Development’s Valarie Handy, based in Michigan, tells Brownfield, “Once funds have been obligated for a project, those funds are set aside for that entity’s described project.” “It would literally take an act…… Continue Reading

An Ohio State Extension specialist says soybean cyst nematode remains the most economically damaging disease in North America.  Horacio Lopez-Nicora tells Brownfield there is still a lot to learn about the disease. “It can cause significant yield reduction with absolutely no visible symptoms,” he says. He says soil testing is the best way to detect…… Continue Reading

Tractor Supply Company has announced its Paper Clover campaign helped raise more than $2.6 million for 4-H youth nationwide in 2024. The initiative, conducted in partnership with the National 4-H Council, is a biannual fundraiser that invites customers to purchase a paper clover at checkout in all Tractor Supply stores in the U.S. or online.…… Continue Reading

Commentary. When back home for Christmas, I revisited memories of growing up on the family farm in Scott County, Illinois. At the heart of many of those memories is the little house down the road from Mom and Dad’s where Grandma and Grandpa lived. Across the road from Young’s Cemetery where my relatives, dating back…… Continue Reading