Farm News

Agriscience student research strengthens career aspirations

Friday, March 14

The Michigan FFA Star in Agriscience has been studying the environmental impacts of hydraulic fuel since seventh grade. Chesaning FFA’s Sterling Tomac tells Brownfield he was inspired by his dad, who works as a contractor in highly sensitive environmental areas. “If a conventional hydraulic... Read More.

Iowa farmer discusses ethanol retaliatory tariff fears

Friday, March 14

A farmer from northwestern Iowa says he’s concerned U.S. ethanol could be the target of retaliatory tariffs. Kelly Nieuwenhuis is a past president of both the Iowa Corn Promotion Board and Siouxland Energy Cooperative. He tells Brownfield Canada is the top destination for U.S.... Read More.

Hopkins FFA member named Star Farmer

Friday, March 14

This year’s Michigan FFA Star Farmer says his Supervised Agricultural Experience has helped him better understand the business aspects of farming. Hopkins FFA’s Colby Tucker tells Brownfield, “My operation is a lot like my parents’ farm.” “We keep track of all the numbers, all... Read More.

Managing weeds crucial to protecting yields

Friday, March 14

Many farmers are looking for ways to reduce costs without impacting productivity. But, Will Griffin, row crop segment manager with Valent U.S.A., says, “It’s really difficult to save your way to prosperity.” He tells Brownfield when farmers cut corners on inputs, they risk yield... Read More.

Securing American Agriculture Act introduced in House and Senate

Friday, March 14

Bipartisan legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House and Senate to protect the nation’s food supply from foreign entities. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson tells Brownfield the Securing American Agriculture Act would reduce the country’s reliance on markets like China. “China could pull that trigger... Read More.

Ohio Farm Bureau members concerned about tariff impacts to trade

Friday, March 14

Ohio Farm Bureau members are optimistic the President’s trade strategy will open market opportunities in the European Union. Southern Ohio farmer Jim Percival says the EU’s regulations have created export challenges for the US. “There are a lot of barriers for us being able... Read More.

Duvall: Short-term pain for long-term gain?

Friday, March 14

The president of the American Farm Bureau Federation says ongoing tariffs could impact the viability of the ag industry. Zippy Duvall says producers can’t sustain the uncertainty much longer. “If it stretches out 18 months or two years, we will have a disaster,” he... Read More.

Pioneer launches Plenish Enlist E3 soybeans

Friday, March 14

The marketing manager with Pioneer’s Plenish high oleic soybeans says both growers and dairy producers will benefit from the company’s latest innovation. Roger Theisen says the specialty beans are now available with the Enlist E3 trait. “That is the number one herbicide trait used... Read More.

A power-house, early-Spring storm to unload high wind, severe weather & snow for many

Friday, March 14

Across the Corn Belt, unusual warmth prevails in advance of an approaching storm system. In fact, Friday’s maximum temperatures will top 80°F in parts of the Ohio and middle Mississippi Valleys. With winds increasing, an elevated wildfire threat is overspreading in parts of the... Read More.

New eminent domain law gets mixed feedback from SD ag

Friday, March 14

South Dakota agriculture has mixed reactions to the recent statewide ban of using eminent domain for carbon pipelines. South Dakota Farmers Union President Doug Sombke says the organization supports the ban and landowners deserve a fair, decent meeting with companies coming into the state.... Read More.

Tariff concerns continue amid global trade tensions

Friday, March 14

Many in the ag industry continue to express concern about how President Trump’s tariffs will impact the farm economy. West Central Ohio farmer Fred Yoder says the trade tensions are creating uncertainty and volatility in agriculture that the industry can’t afford. “It makes me... Read More.

Cash dairy prices end week mostly lower

Friday, March 14

Cash dairy prices were lower except for butter Friday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0075 at $0.45. One sale was recorded at that price. Forty-pound cheese block prices were down $0.0625 at $1.6925. Five sales were recorded, ranging from $1.69... Read More.