Heat dominates the Plains, expands into parts of the western Corn Belt

Across the Corn Belt, hot weather is expanding into the far upper Midwest, where Friday’s high temperatures will generally range from 90 to 100°F.  In areas that have experienced a cool, wet growing season to date, a short-lived hot spell may benefit corn and soybeans.  Across the remainder of the Midwest, sunny, mild weather favors…… Continue Reading

Census of Ag deep dive highlights value of Iowa agriculture

New data tied to the 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture highlights the vital role agriculture plays in Iowa’s economy. Brian Waddingham with the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers says the study takes a deep dive into the census and what livestock and crop production means to the state. “I think what really caught my attention…… Continue Reading

EPA releases draft insecticide strategy

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released a draft insecticide strategy which will serve as a framework to bring insecticides into compliance with the Endangered Species Act. Ag Retailers Association CEO Daren Coppock says this is the second in a series of strategies EPA is putting out. “This strategy, the herbicide strategy and the ones…… Continue Reading

Sugarbeet Grower leader trying to stay positive about new farm bill in 2024

The president of the American Sugarbeet Growers Association says he’s trying to stay positive about the farm bill getting done in 2024. Neil Rockstad tells Brownfield some lawmakers are saying the legislation can get pushed through despite relatively few legislative days remaining before the presidential election. “I’m not going to discount that, they know their…… Continue Reading

Farmers facing off against corn aphids

Two central Illinois farmers are among many in the state fighting corn aphids. “They’re everywhere.  I’ve heard some guys say that it’s literally sucking the life out of some of their corn.” Clint Gorden, who farms in Macon County, says they’re not usually a concern. “It’s very hybrid specific, which from what I understand that’s…… Continue Reading

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