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Continuing to grow export demand

The director of market development for Ohio Corn and Wheat says trade missions in 2024 focused on building demand overseas. Wendy Osborn says Ohio farmers visited four target markets in 2024. “We were able to stretch across 3 continents through our trade missions this... Read More.

Soybean, corn export sales see week-to-week decline

Soybean and corn export sales were down on the week. The USDA says the week-to-week decline for corn followed a slower week of business with Mexico, while soybean sales were impacted by a cancelation from unknown destinations. Pork, wheat, rice, cotton, and soybean meal... Read More.

Push continues for Ohio drought relief bill

There are just a handful of legislative days in the state, and the Ohio Farm Bureau is hoping the drought relief bill can make it across the finish line.  Evan Callicoat, director of state policy, says Ohio Farm Bureau has been working hard to... Read More.

Cold weather not enough to solve insect problems yet

An entomologist says the cold weather being experienced by many in the upper Midwest this week will probably not help control some crop pests. Emily Bick is an entomology professor and researcher with the University of Wisconsin. She tells Brownfield corn rootworm is used... Read More.

ASA sees opportunity in proposed monarch listing

A member of the board of directors for the American Soybean Association (ASA) says the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s proposed listing of monarch butterflies under the Endangered Species Act is an opportunity for agriculture. Brandon Wipf, a South Dakota farmer, tells Brownfield… “They... Read More.

CONAB makes minor changes to Brazil crop estimates

Brazil’s equivalent of the USDA trimmed its combined grain and oilseed production estimates. CONAB has combined crop production at 322.425 million tons, slightly less than the November guess following minor adjustments to planted area and yield projections, but still up 8.2% on the year... Read More.

Livestock economist approaching 2025 with cautious optimism

A livestock economist is reminding cattle producers to have a risk management plan. Don Close, with Terrain Ag says he’s bullish on cattle markets heading into 2025, but is also approaching the new year with some caution. “When cattle prices get to all-time record... Read More.

USMEF CEO says outlook for beef remains strong

The CEO of the US Meat Export Federation says the outlook for beef is strong heading into 2025. Dan Halstrom tells Brownfield beef exports are ending 2024 on a high note. “We’re going to be very close to last year’s volume, but we’re going... Read More.

Congress continues work on supplemental disaster package for farmers

Congress continues to discuss ways to provide supplemental financial assistance to farmers. U.S. Congressman and House Ag Committee member Brad Finstad, who farms in Minnesota, tells Brownfield producers are having to make difficult decisions for the 2025 growing season. “In regards to operating loans... Read More.

Minnesota Biofuels Association celebrates E15 milestone

The Minnesota Biofuels Association is celebrating a significant milestone. Executive director Brian Werner says there are now 500 E15 fueling stations in Minnesota. “I think that’s a pretty big accomplishment. That’s roughly 25 percent of all of the fuel stations in the state of... Read More.
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