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A classic, early-Spring storm unwinds across the Corn Belt; recovery underway on the Plains

Wednesday, March 5

Across the Corn Belt, blizzard conditions linger from parts of Iowa into the upper Great Lakes region, due to snow driven by wind gusts locally exceeding 60 mph. Conditions in blizzard-affected areas are extremely difficult for travel and livestock. Meanwhile, warm, windy, showery weather...

McPherson City Commission Approves McPherson Fire Department Dive Team Fees for Non-Emergency Water Recovery Assistance

Tuesday, December 10

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Based on a request from the Fire Department, McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved fees for non-emergency water recovery assistance. As presented by Fire Chief Chad Mayberry, the fees would allow for recovery of...

The Mosaic Company discusses hurricane recovery efforts

Monday, November 11

Pictured: Adam Herges with The Mosaic Company at the 2024 Borlaug International Dialogue (Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield) A sustainability agronomist with The Mosaic Company says their Southeastern operations withstood the conditions from Hurricanes Helene and Milton with few challenges. Adam Herges says their Riverview...

A long road to recovery for pastures post-Helene

Tuesday, October 22

A forage specialist says pastures could take up to two years to recover from Hurricane Helene’s damage. Bruno Pedreira with the University of Tennessee Beef and Forage Center, says it is a good idea to test the soil because the heavy rains likely washed...

Analyst says grain market recovery possible

Monday, October 21

A market analyst says he’s expecting the grain markets to recover from the recent downturn in prices. Richard Brock with Brock Associates tells Brownfield there was a lot weighing on the markets last week. It was the heaviest week for U.S. corn harvest, soybean...

Ag drones being used in Hurricane Helene rescue and recovery

Friday, October 4

The agriculture industry is stepping up to help Western North Carolina following the destruction of Hurricane Helene. A group of ag drone pilots are assisting in the rescue, recovery, and relief efforts in western North Carolina. Emily Cave and her husband Preston farm...

Ernst seeks streamlined disaster recovery support for farmers

Tuesday, September 24

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst says disaster assistance needs to be more easily accessible in rural and agricultural areas. The Iowa Republican tells Brownfield many farmers impacted by natural disasters this year have been challenged by the complexity of USDA and SBA disaster programs. “It...

Storm Recovery Update for Hutchinson

Monday, May 20

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Last night's severe thunderstorm caused significant damage throughout our city. The City Manager, Public Works Director, Forestry Superintendent, and Street Superintendent are currently forming an evaluation team to assess the extent...

City of Hutchinson Announces Changes to Small Business Relief and Recovery Grant

Tuesday, February 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The City of Hutchinson Small Business Relief and Recovery Grant Program is intended to respond to the negative economic impacts of the COVID-19 public health emergency, as well as responding to the needs of an adequate workforce to fully support our...