Farm News

Mexican derailment a concern for end users

Monday, October 21

The executive director of the U.S. Soybean Transportation Coalition says end users are likely feeling the impact of the recent Mexican train derailment just south of El Paso, Texas. Mike Steenhoek tells Brownfield many corn and soybean unit trains from the U.S. could not... Read More.

Elevator Staff and the Checkoff

Monday, October 21

Harvest lunches are getting Missouri Soybean staff face-to-face with growers. Listen to this Spotlight on Soybeans where Director of Education and Outreach Baylee Asbury says it is also a great way to engage with elevator staff about the checkoff. The post Elevator Staff and... Read More.

Tennessee cattle producers dealing with hay challenges post-hurricane

Monday, October 21

An extension forage specialist with the University of Tennessee Beef and Forage Center says Hurricane Helene has created additional challenges for cattle producers. Bruno Pedreira says producers need to evaluate hay quality. “Our main concern is that they can mold,” he says. “Most likely... Read More.

ISDA and Ports of Indiana to increase ag trade and container shipping

Monday, October 21

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture and Ports of Indiana are creating new container shipping opportunties to expand the state’s agriculture trade. Last week, the groups signed a memorandum of understanding to increase their collaboration efforts. ISDA director Don Lamb says it gives farmers more... Read More.

Corn farmers take nutrient message to Gulf

Monday, October 21

The director of conservation and nutrient stewardship with the Illinois Corn Growers Association says efforts by farmers to limit nutrient loss are being noticed. Megan Dwyer recently led a group to Louisiana to see the issues being faced downstream. “We met with some shrimpers.... Read More.

Egg production down in September

Monday, October 21

U.S. egg production has declined for the sixth month in a row. The USDA says 8.92 billion chicken eggs were produced during September, a dip of 2% on the year, with a 3% decrease in the number of laying hens more than canceling out... Read More.

Fire risks possible at harvest

Monday, October 21

The director of USDA’s Midwest Climate Hub says the widespread drought conditions paired with warm temperatures and wind could cause greater fire risks at harvest. Dennis Todey says farmers and ranchers should confirm farm equipment is in good working order before it goes to... Read More.

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds tours Vermeer with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers

Monday, October 21

Brownfield’s Brent Barnett attends Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ tour of Vermeer with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. The post Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds tours Vermeer with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. Iowa Gov. Kim... Read More.

Analyst says grain market recovery possible

Monday, October 21

A market analyst says he’s expecting the grain markets to recover from the recent downturn in prices. Richard Brock with Brock Associates tells Brownfield there was a lot weighing on the markets last week. It was the heaviest week for U.S. corn harvest, soybean... Read More.

Looking for signs of growth in the cattle herd

Monday, October 21

The USDA releases its latest Cattle on Feed numbers on Friday. Livestock economist Scott Brown says there are still no clear signs to indicate growth in the U.S. cattle herd. “I can anecdotally find folks who will say no growth to folks that are... Read More.

Teach Ag leader dives into ag educator needs

Monday, October 21

An agricultural education associate professor says ag teacher retention is just as important as recruitment. Aaron McKim with Michigan State University has been studying what changes could reduce teacher shortages. “Maybe it’s the system of agricultural education, or the system of a school system,... Read More.

Electric line safety: avoid, stay put, or do the shuffle?

Monday, October 21

Consumers Energy is reminding farm operators to take notice of electrical lines this harvest season. Public Safety Advisor Chelsea Dodge tells Brownfield if equipment does become entangled, stay put until help arrives. “In worst-case situations, we want people to be safe, so if they... Read More.