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Sec. Rollins calls on Congress to pass a farm bill

Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield U.S. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says farmers and ranchers need a new five-year farm bill in 2025. “It has failed now to get through Congress the last two times under the Biden administration,” Rollins said Monday. “This is a very,... Read More.

Maximizing corn ROI

An extension agronomist has some advice for corn farmers looking to maximize return on investment. Jeff Coulter with the University of Minnesota says fertilizer rates should be looked at. “Simply going with the University of Minnesota Extension guidelines for fertilizer rates can many times... Read More.

Co-op fire leads to town evacuation in Otley, Iowa

Residents of a rural south-central Iowa town have been evacuated following a fire at a co-op facility. The Marion County Emergency Management Agency says the move was precautionary, to prevent Otley residents from being exposed to sulfur and other ag chemicals. The facility stored 392... Read More.

Michigan invests in regional food infrastructure

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has announced nearly $4 million in funding to support more than 50 value-added and regional food system projects. Director Tim Boring says theinvestments highlight the diverse and expansive agriculture opportunities that contribute to economic prosperity and... Read More.

Southern Illinois farmer ready and waiting

A southern Illinois farmer is ready and waiting for the start of the planting season. Matt Raben, who grows corn and soybeans in White County, says he just needs the weather to change.   “We’re ready to go.”  He says, “Everything looks good, you... Read More.

Shipping Michigan Soybeans

From the field to the elevator and then over highways and railroads, Michigan soybeans have a long journey to the port. In this Pods for Profit, we’ll hear from Michigan Agricultural Commodities on how they ship food-grade soybeans with safety in mind.   The post... Read More.

Investing in Youth Education

Ag Education on the Move is a comprehensive curriculum that provides third-grade students across the state with information about the state’s agriculture industries. In this episode, program director Heather Fletcher discusses how support from the Missouri Beef Industry Council makes the beef lesson possible. The... Read More.

Brownfield Ag News announces partnership with WOWO

  It was this week in 1925, radio station WOWO debuted in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Brownfield Ag News radio network is pleased to announce the heritage ag radio station has joined the network. “Congratulations to WOWO on a century of local radio!” said Cyndi Young,... Read More.

FSA has answers about ECAP program

Producers are signing up for the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) for the 2024 crop year, but some still have questions about how to sign up and what they are eligible for.  Wisconsin Farm Service Agency director Greg Biba explains how to sign up... Read More.

Spotlight on Soybeans Podcast Ep. 19 | The Missouri Partnership

In this Spotlight on Soybeans, we discuss the efforts of the Missouri Partnership, led by CEO Subhash Elias, to attract food and beverage companies to Missouri, particularly benefiting soybean growers. The partnership, known as YIELD, focuses on marketing Missouri as an attractive location for... Read More.

Collaboration and Commodity Utilization

In this episode, learn about the Missouri Soybean Farmers’ efforts to boost demand for Missouri-raised commodities through partnerships like the Yield Partnership. Matt Emig, Missouri Soybeans Market Development Director, discusses the collaboration among Missouri commodity interests, emphasizing the state’s favorable business climate and the... Read More.