Early Weed Control

As farmers plan out their weed management strategies, Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist Scott Pringnitz says preparing an effective strategy for controlling early emerging weeds is a key to success this year. He tells Brownfield a full program approach will help growers keep fields clean all season long. The post Early Weed Control appeared first on…… Continue Reading

HPAI impact on milk production lessening

A USDA livestock economist says the impact of highly pathogenic avian influenza on milk production seems to be dwindling. Peyton Ferrier says there has been a noticeable decline in milk output, especially in California, where hundreds of new cases of the virus in cattle have been reported since September. “Milk per cow was down 7.3…… Continue Reading

A more expensive breakfast on the horizon

Bacon and eggs are a perfect salty and savory breakfast combo.  But – could it become the most expensive meal of the day?  The USDA continues to project a rise in egg prices because of the ongoing battle the poultry industry is facing with highly pathogenic avian influenza.  But the other part of that combo…… Continue Reading

Another commercial egg layer facility hit by HPAI in Indiana

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been detected in a commercial egg layer facility in Jay County, Indiana. According to the Indiana State Board of Animal Health (BOAH), 214,000 birds will be depopulated, and an approximately 6.2-mile control area with a more than 12-mile surveillance zone in portions of Jay and Adams counties has been established.  This is the ninth detection…… Continue Reading

BASF showcases success of fungicides

During The Science Behind the Future of Fungicides media event held Saturday, BASF scientists along with farmers discussed the impact of fluctuating weather and disease pressures and how tailored fungicide solutions are driving consistent performance and profitability in farm fields. Scott Kay, Vice President of U.S. Ag Solutions with BASF told Brownfield for twenty years…… Continue Reading

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