Farm News

Fall fertilizer purchases bringing a sense of security

Thursday, February 20

The Michigan Soybean Committee President says he’s thankful to have the inputs he needs for spring as tariff threats create more market uncertainty. Mark Senk tells Brownfield fertilizer buying has been especially unpredictable. “Phosphorus especially has been very expensive for last couple years,” he... Read More.

Importance of spring nitrogen stabilizers

Thursday, February 20

A nutrient management specialist is stressing the importance of spring nitrogen stabilizers. John Stoffer with Corteva Agriscience tells Brownfield most farmers understand the need for N stabilization in the fall. “However, many of those farmers will tell me they don’t need to stabilize in... Read More.

Year of caution

Thursday, February 20

The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau says his farming operation is approaching 2025 with caution. Brian Duncan, who raises grain and livestock in Ogle County, tells Brownfield capital expenditures are being scrutinized. “Caution until we see some solid direction on some of these... Read More.

Traceability and innovation crucial to keeping the swine herd healthy

Thursday, February 20

The presence of African swine fever in the Caribbean brings the risk of the disease closer to the U.S. Burke Healey, USDA domestic ASF response lead, says traceability and innovation matter when it comes to keeping the swine herd healthy. “It helps to determine... Read More.

Ohio Corn and Wheat wants a fix for year-round E-15

Thursday, February 20

Ag groups across the country are optimistic year-round E-15 will become a reality in 2025. Tadd Nicholson, executive director of the Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association, says it’s been a long time coming. “It’s just been this question mark of how we can get... Read More.

Old crop marketing window getting smaller

Thursday, February 20

The optimal window to market old crop grain is getting smaller. Iowa Farm Bureau Farmer Education Program Manager Zach Brummer says a lot of farmers stored more corn and soybeans than intended last harvest. “So if there’s one thought I’d leave you with is... Read More.

NFU President: Farmers need certainty

Thursday, February 20

The president of National Farmers Union (NFU) says farmers are facing unprecedented uncertainty. Rob Larew tells Brownfield, “Change always brings a lot of questions.” He says, “I think answers will be forthcoming on where this new administration’s priorities are going to be. But I... Read More.

Economist sees corn selling opportunities

Thursday, February 20

An ag economist says there could be some selling opportunities for corn farmers. University of Missouri’s Ben Brown says, “Opportunities for producers out there in that old crop market just to get some sales on the board and get started before the market really... Read More.

Nationwide Insurance stressing grain bin safety; offering fire departments resources

Thursday, February 20

An ag insurance specialist says safety should always be top of mind for those working around grain bins. Laramie Sandquist, senior associate vice president with Nationwide Insurance, says 2024 was another deadly year. “Overall, in 2024, from what we’ve seen across the country, there... Read More.

Another commercial turkey facility gets hit with HPAI in Washington County

Thursday, February 20

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been detected in a second commercial turkey facility in Washington County, Indiana. According to the Indiana State Board of Animal Health (BOAH), more than 19,000 birds will be depopulated, and an approximately 6.2-mile control area with more than 12-mile... Read More.

Acreage shift considered in South Dakota

Thursday, February 20

South Dakota farmers say the corn market and dry conditions are two factors that could encourage more corn acres this spring. Scott VanderWal farms in eastern South Dakota and he tells Brownfield “it costs more money to raise corn, but because of the price... Read More.