Farm News

Expansion in Brazil’s corn production could leave lasting challenges for U.S. producers

Monday, March 17

Some ag economists have expressed concern that continued expansion of Brazil’s corn production could create challenges for U.S. corn producers. Ohio State ag economist Ian Sheldon tells Brownfield the U.S. is running into capacity constraints. “We have to rely on our yields to be able... Read More.

Target spray ideal for localized control

Monday, March 17

An extension educator says recent on-farm research trials found target spay applications can reduce herbicide use and costs in most scenarios. Ohio State University Extension’s Amanda Douridas in Madison County tells Brownfield she compared the economics of broadcast applications to John Deere’s See and... Read More.

The future of U.S. ag exports

Monday, March 17

A USDA official says the current trade deficit is problematic for the U.S. ag economy. Acting deputy secretary of trade and foreign affairs Jason Hafemeister says the U.S. continues to import more products than it exports. “If we don’t export products, it backs up here... Read More.

Indiana Farm Bureau Statehouse Breakfast

Monday, March 17

Brownfield’s Erin Anderson attends the Indiana Farm Bureau Statehouse Breakfast in Indianapolis, IN. The post Indiana Farm Bureau Statehouse Breakfast appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. Indiana Farm Bureau Statehouse Breakfast

Cash dairy prices steady to lower Monday

Monday, March 17

Cash dairy prices were steady to lower Monday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was unchanged at $0.45. No sales were recorded. Forty-pound cheese block prices were down $0.0475 at $1.6450. One sale was recorded at that price. Cheese barrels were down $0.0650... Read More.

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.