Farm News

Ranking Members calling for more support for rural America

Tuesday, February 25

Two Minnesota Democratic members of Congress are concerned about how farmers can navigate the current ag economy without a bipartisan farm bill. Angie Craig is the Ranking Member of the House Ag Committee. “216 farms filed for Chapter 12 bankruptcy last year, that a... Read More.

Shout-out to the shortest month

Tuesday, February 25

Commentary. Dear Winter: Don’t let the screen door hit you on the way out! Love, Cyndi As we bid farewell to February, I find myself aching for the warmth and promise of spring in the heart of middle America. But before I say a... Read More.

Strong corn demand expected to continue for Mexico, despite potential new tariffs

Tuesday, February 25

A grains and oilseeds economist says he expects demand for corn to remain strong in Mexico, even amid potential new tariffs from the Trump administration. Tanner Ehmke with CoBank tells Brownfield he doesn’t expect that to change much. “I’m optimistic that we’re going to... Read More.

Brevant seeds highlights importance of FFA, ag education

Tuesday, February 25

A retail sales agronomist with Brevant seeds says FFA is helping shape the next generation of ag leaders. Caleb Quinlan says FFA gives students a chance to gain industry experience before they start their careers. “Being an FFA alumni, I thoroughly enjoyed my time... Read More.

$5 old crop corn sparks farmer selling

Tuesday, February 25

An ag economist says there’s been some back-and-forth movement in the commodity markets this week. “We’re down $.20 if we did a Monday-to-Monday trade,” said Ben Brown with the University of Missouri. Brown says expectations have been bullish. “Over a month and a half... Read More.

Ag land values see downward pressure

Tuesday, February 25

Farmland prices have been softening in the Midwest, and an ag economist says it shouldn’t come as a surprise. Ernie Goss is with Creighton University says the latest Rural Mainstreet Index shows U.S. farmland prices fell for the ninth time in the last 10... Read More.

Unseasonably mild air continues to dominate most of the Heartland

Tuesday, February 25

On the Plains, record-setting warmth has replaced last week’s frigid conditions, eliminating winter wheat’s protective snow cover. Later Tuesday, high temperatures should reach 70°F or higher as far north as southern South Dakota—and will approach 85°F in west-central Texas. In southern production areas, warmth... Read More.

CoBank projecting large increase in U.S. corn acreage

Tuesday, February 25

A recent survey shows U.S. farmers are projected to increase the amount of corn acreage planted this spring. CoBank grains and oilseeds economist Tanner Ehmke tells Brownfield there are several trends favoring corn. “We have a much tighter balance sheet this year, very strong... Read More.

Cash dairy prices steady-to-lower Tuesday

Tuesday, February 25

Cash dairy prices were steady-to-lower Tuesday with no trading activity except for powder on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was unchanged at $0.5350. No sales were recorded. Forty-pound cheese blocks were unchanged at $1.88. No sales were recorded. Cheese barrels were down $0.0075 at... Read More.

Ag Secretary Rollins addresses USDA layoffs, talks strategy moving forward

Tuesday, February 25

The Secretary of Agriculture says the USDA is working to reinstate critical department employees following sweeping layoffs. Brooke Rollins tells Brownfield, “There has been some significant reinstatement on both sides.” “Whether it’s in the avian flu, the scientific research, those who serve the farmers and... Read More.

Grassley would like to see vaccinations included in USDA avian flu plan

Tuesday, February 25

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley tells Brownfield he’d like vaccinations to be part of USDA’s plan to combat highly pathogenic avian influenza. “It would be nice if we could vaccinate for it so you don’t have to worry about it in the future.” The Iowa... Read More.

Strong U.S. and Canada relationship is essential for agriculture

Tuesday, February 25

The Canadian Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food says fair trade between the U.S. and Canada remains a top priority. Lawrence MacAulay says any disruption in trade, including tariffs, would be devastating to the ag sector. “Farm families, food processors, and consumers across the United States... Read More.