Farm News

A seasonally active pattern to continue for much of the Heartland

Monday, March 17

Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures nationwide, with California and the Desert Southwest having the greatest likelihood of experiencing warmer-than-normal weather. Meanwhile, near- or above-normal precipitation across much of the country should contrast with drier-than-normal conditions from... Read More.

A calmer weather pattern (for now) across the Heartland; temps vary from north to south

Monday, March 17

Across the Corn Belt, chilly weather prevails east of the Mississippi River in the wake of a departing storm system. However, warmth is quickly returning across parts of the western Corn Belt, where Monday’s high temperatures will top 80°F as far north as the... Read More.

2025 farm incomes expected to be propped up by aid

Monday, March 17

The director of the Renk Agribusiness Institute at the University of Wisconsin-Madison says the USDA projects 2025 farm incomes to be higher than recent years. However, in a Science for Success webinar, Paul Mitchell says there’s a caveat to that. “We got this big... Read More.

Corn, wheat export inspections up on year

Monday, March 17

The USDA says corn and soybean export inspections as of the week ending March 13th remain ahead of the respective paces need to meet projections for the current marketing year. The 2024/25 marketing year began June 1st for wheat and September 1st for beans,... Read More.

Georgia state legislature passes bill protecting access to crop protection tools

Monday, March 17

The Georgia state legislature has passed a bill protecting farmers’ continued access to crop protection tools. The bill had strong, bipartisan support in both chambers and is now headed to the Governor’s desk to be signed into law. Modern Ag Alliance Executive Director Elizabeth Burns-Thompson... Read More.

Spotlight on Soybeans Podcast Ep. 18 | Exploring International Markets

Monday, March 17

In this Spotlight on Soybeans, Missouri Soybeans Director Matt Amick discusses a trade mission to Mexico and Panama, highlighting the importance of these markets for Missouri soybeans. They met with key companies in Mexico, including a crusher interested in high oleic soybeans and North... Read More.

Soybean Relationships

Monday, March 17

Missouri Soybean Farmers emphasize the importance of in-person visits to foreign markets to build relationships and highlight soybean quality and origin. Matt Amick, Market Development Director, stresses the significance of cultivating advantageous markets like Mexico and Panama. The post Soybean Relationships appeared first on... Read More.

Warm spell kicks spring into high gear

Monday, March 17

A southern Illinois farmer says the recent stretch of warm weather has many farmers in his area busy. Granvil Travis, a row crop farmer in Massac County, tells Brownfield, “We’ve been spreading a lot of fertilizer.” He says, “We still got a handful of... Read More.

Advanced Agrilytics takes holistic approach

Monday, March 17

Dan Emmert, Regional Agronomy Lead for Advanced Agrilytics in Southern Indiana and Kentucky tells Brownfield he helps growers understand which products are going to work where and why those products are going to work, helping them maximize productivity and efficiency without wasting money. During... Read More.

Weed Control Plan

Monday, March 17

Planning is a key component to staying ahead of weeds. Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist Jeff Moon, says with Enlist E3 soybeans, having Enlist herbicides as a cornerstone of your weed control plan, coupled with a layered residual, such as Enversa herbicide, will help... Read More.

The importance of maintaining strong trade relationships

Monday, March 17

Jim Douglas, Indiana soybean farmer and USMEF board member, talked to Brownfield during Commodity Classic about the importance of maintaining strong trade relationships amid current trade tensions. Hear the full interview below. The post The importance of maintaining strong trade relationships appeared first on... Read More.

Boozman: conservation funding could be repurposed

Monday, March 17

More than $1 billion might be at risk for farmers across the country if Congress eliminates conservation funds appropriated in the Inflation Reduction Act. But U.S. Senate Ag Committee Chairman John Boozman tells Brownfield the money doesn’t go away if it’s re-authorized through reconciliation.... Read More.