On a new episode of Bunnie Xo’s podcast, Brandon and Zane — the two sons of murder victim Diane Ruiz — share their message to her killer. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Yellowstone Podcast: Dutton Rules Unpacks an Important S5 Trailer
Now in its fourth season, Dutton Rules has helped a million fans understand the twists and turns of Yellowstone, 1923, 1883 and more. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
MO governor issues another drought alert
Missouri Governor Mike Parson has issued another executive order for a drought alert in the state. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor says more than 65% of Missouri is experiencing drought conditions and that includes 88 counties with moderate, severe or extreme drought. Ag Director Chris Chinn says the fall drought is more typical and the…… Continue Reading
INFB Health Plans reaches 10,000 people covered milestone
Indiana Farm Bureau says their health care coverage is addressing a significant need in rural communities. Health Plans Manager Steve Allen says it is the fourth year of offering coverage. INFB Health Plans is now covering more 10,000 people. “Our farmer community came to us 5 or 6 years ago asking for assistance and if we…… Continue Reading
International trade and food security opportunities on display in D.C.
The Director of Ohio’s Department of Agriculture says collaboration with North American countries will help address food security and provide more trade opportunities for farmers. Brian Baldridge says officials from the United States, Canada, and Mexico, who participated in last week’s Tri-National Agriculture Accord, agree there is a need for fair and balanced trade. “When it comes…… Continue Reading
Trade experts weigh future of USMCA ahead of six-year review
A group of North American trade policy experts say there are growing concerns that China will be a factor as the U.S. Mexico-Canada trade agreement nears its six-year review. Sharon Bomer Lauritsen, with AgTrade Strategies says she doesn’t expect the U.S. to consider a full renegotiation of USMCA. “Both candidates have said they’re going to renegotiate auto rules because they don’t…… Continue Reading
Mass deportation could significantly harm the food supply chain
A food economist says there would be severe repercussions throughout the food supply chain if a new administration was to implement mass deportations. David Ortega with Michigan State University says losing more than a million undocumented farmworkers would drive up labor and food costs immediately. “It may push many small operations out of business since…… Continue Reading
Rep. Flood frustrated on lack of 45Z guidance
A U.S. Congressman from Nebraska says he’s frustrated that the U.S. Treasury has yet to release guidance for the Clean Fuel Production Act, also known as 45Z. Mike Flood tells Brownfield… “Without guidance from the Treasury, we’re hindering SAF production in the United States and there’s a lot of excitement over sustainable aviation fuels in…… Continue Reading
More soybeans from South America might drive prices lower
A University of Illinois professor says South American planting projections could depress world soybean prices even further. Professor Joana Colussi with the University of Illinois College of Agriculture and Consumer Economics tells Brownfield Brazil’s production is expected to grow, although not as fast as in past years. She says Brazil still has the potential to…… Continue Reading
Chapin recognized as NMPF’s Farmer Communicator of the Year
The Chairman of the Michigan Milk Producers Association says dairy farmers are much more aware of how detect highly pathogenic avian influenza as wild birds move south this fall. Doug Chapin tells Brownfield, “I would definitely encourage producers to be on the watch for any chance where there’s any opportunity for any crossover from wild…… Continue Reading
