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Potential tariffs weighing on farmers

Tuesday, November 26

The potential for the next Trump administration to impose tariffs on America’s top trade partners is weighing on the ag industry. Mary Kay Thatcher, head lobbyist for Syngenta, says new threats of tariffs from President-elect Trump are cause for concern. “Well, the president-elect came... Read More.

Thankful farmer

Tuesday, November 26

Commentary. Even amidst the ever-present challenges that are part of farming, we have so much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving season. There are so many small and wondrous moments for which I am grateful: the smell of freshly turned soil, the peace of... Read More.

Indiana poultry producers donate 250,000 pounds of poultry to those in need

Tuesday, November 26

Indiana poultry producers donated more than 250,000 pounds to help address food insecurity across the state. ISDA director Don Lamb says this is the 77th annual Governor’s Poultry Presentation at the Statehouse. “There’s eleven food banks the state department of agriculture supports in that system,” he... Read More.

Study finds U.S. agriculture has potential to be greenhouse gas negative

Tuesday, November 26

A Kansas State University agronomy professor says a new study finds U.S. agriculture has the potential to become greenhouse gas negative. Chuck Rice co-authored the report, commissioned by U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action (USFRA), which says transitioning to a greenhouse gas negative agricultural system... Read More.

Federal officials expected to require H5N1 milk testing

Tuesday, November 26

A veterinarian and animal disease researcher says he’s expecting federal officials to require milk testing for the avian influenza virus. Dr. Keith Poulsen with the University of Wisconsin’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory tells Brownfield a nationwide bulk tank or milk silo testing requirement is likely... Read More.

Grassley looks favorably at nomination of Rollins for Ag Secretary

Tuesday, November 26

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says he looks favorably on the nomination of Brooke Rollins to be the next Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Iowa Republican tells Brownfield he’s somewhat familiar with the Texas native from her time serving on the Trump... Read More.

Corn growers exploring new uses

Tuesday, November 26

Corn growers are supporting new uses of their commodity. Jeff Scates, chairman of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, says expanding the use of corn can bring added profitability to farmers. “One of the things that we’ve recently done was partnered with some other corn... Read More.

Minnesota Farm Bureau names Dorenkamp Ag Communicator of the Year

Tuesday, November 26

Brownfield Ag News anchor/reporter Mark Dorenkamp was named the 2024 Minnesota Farm Bureau Ag Communicator of the Year during the organization’s 106th Annual Meeting on Nov. 22 in Minnetonka. Dorenkamp is an award-winning farm broadcaster with over two decades of experience in agricultural journalism.... Read More.

Badgert Crops and Soils Update Meeting

Tuesday, November 26

Brownfield’s Larry Lee will cover the Badgert Crops and Soils Update meeting in Eau Claire, WI. The post Badgert Crops and Soils Update Meeting appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. Badgert Crops and Soils Update Meeting

How to properly defrost your turkey

Tuesday, November 26

It’s officially the holidays. For many, that means large gatherings that are centered around food. If you’re preparing a turkey for Thanksgiving this week, Kenneth King with the USDA’s Food Safety Inspection Service has a few reminders to make sure you’re thawing your bird... Read More.

The benefits from cover crops go beyond conserving soil and water

Tuesday, November 26

A multi-state multi-year study just began to learn about how alfalfa, corn and cover crops can work together, and how some cover crops generate their own weed-fighting chemicals. Marta Moura Kohmann with the University of Wisconsin has more about the new study next on... Read More.

Avian influenza virus found in California raw milk sample

Monday, November 25

A California dairy that sells raw, unpasteurized milk is recalling some of it after tests found the avian influenza virus was present. Dr. Keith Poulson with the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory tells Brownfield it is odd to see what has been happening in California... Read More.