A Michigan farmer says reduced irrigation expenses this year will help offset lower commodity prices some. Jake Drozd tells Brownfield, “With all the rain this summer, obviously we haven’t ran the irrigation the way that we normally would.” “We will have some cheaper irrigation costs this summer compared to most years and so that’ll help…… Continue Reading
Poley to lead Michigan Corn
The Corn Marketing Program of Michigan has announced a new Interim Executive Director. Kristin Poley previously served as the organization’s research and agronomy director. “During this transition, we remain completely committed to our mission of working together to enhance the economic position of Michigan’s corn growers,” she says. Poley tells Brownfield corn harvest is just…… Continue Reading
Apple crop coming in smaller than expected
An economist with USApples says production this year could be lower than previously forecast. Chris Gerlach tells Brownfield in August he projected the nation’s apple crop to be down about 10 percent from last year. “It could be that these trees have reached a stress point to the point where they’re going to take a…… Continue Reading
Early winners at World Dairy Expo show ring
World Dairy Expo officially starts Tuesday, but cattle have been in the show ring since Saturday. World Dairy Expo® welcomed 445 competitors to the colored shavings for the Youth Showmanship Contest Saturday. Winning the Junior Division out of 148 participants was Brady Mcconnell of Lancaster, Wisconsin. Kayla Trustem from Evansville, Wisconsin, won the Intermediate Division. …… Continue Reading
George Strait Tips His Hat to the Late Kris Kristofferson
George Strait is remembering the late legend Kris Kristofferson for his world-classic songwriting talents and his kind spirit. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
All About Kris Kristofferson’s Wives, Kids + Famous Girlfriends
Including a country hitmaker, an acting legend and a rocker who died of an overdose. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Why Your Favorite Country Music Has Been Removed From YouTube
Fans are seeing several “Video Unavailable” messages. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Better checks and balances for used cooking oil imports
The Minnesota Soybean Growers Association wants more checks and balances for regulating used cooking oil imports. MSGA vice president Ryan Mackenthun says members recently traveled to Washington D.C. to discuss several issues including sustainable aviation fuel tax policy. “We’re seeing a lot of used cooking oil being imported from countries like China (and) we question…… Continue Reading
16 States Where You Can Be Arrested, Locked Up for Cheating
It’s a felony in five of these states. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Farmers make most of warm, dry September
Farmers across much of the Midwest are taking advantage of a warm and dry start to fall. Chelsea Ferrie with Practical Farmers of Iowa says a lot of fieldwork has been accomplished this month. “There’s a wide range of people that are reporting back, a lot of people started harvest, which is good, who are…… Continue Reading
