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Ag outlook brings more change to ag equipment space

The central region manager for CLAAS says ag equipment industry uncertainty has led to the closure of four Ziegler Ag stores and ended a 20-year combine distribution agreement between the two companies. Daryl Theis tells Brownfield “what we’re seeing in the ag market really...

Uneven corn brings uncertainty to in-season fertility

Planting delays in some parts of the Corn Belt are resulting in uneven crop development, creating some questions about in-season fertilizer use. Stephanie Zelinko with AgroLiquid says farmers should base application decisions on how far along the majority of the field is. “You don’t...

Wet year brings challenges to Wisconsin farms

A Wisconsin farmer says weather wise, 2023 and 2024 are complete opposites. Lodi area farmer Ryan Ripp tells Brownfield, “Last year, we couldn’t buy a rain. This year, we can’t sell it.” Ryan Ripp raises crops near Lodi and tells Brownfield it’s been tough...

Dad Daniel’s Liquor Brings in a Crowd for Chamber Ribbon Cutting

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Dad Daniel’s Liquor had a packed house at their Chamber Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, June 6, 2024.McPherson Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Casey Justus with Ad Astra Radio welcomed all to the ribbon cutting...

Convoy of Hope Brings Help to Families in Need on July 29th

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Several Hutchinson churches are partnering to sponsor Convoy of Hope’s free drive-thru event on Saturday, July 29th, at 9 a.m. on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. The mission is to bring help and hope to families in need.Rain or shine, Convoy of...

Salvation Army’s Donut Day Contest a Success, Brings in Almost $7k

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – In celebration of National Donut Day Friday, the Hutchinson Salvation Army held a donut eating contest at their Thrift Store at B and Main Friday Morning. The event raised $6,555.By consuming 11 ¼ donuts in five minutes, Jared Heinen from Prairieland...