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NPPC urges House Agriculture Committee to address Prop 12 in farm bill
NPPC urges House Agriculture Committee to address Prop 12 in farm bill National Hog Farmer
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Is 2025 the year a new farm bill gets done?
Pictured: Darin Johnson (left) with the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association interviews with Brownfield’s Brent Barnett at the 2025 Commodity Classic (Photo by Jill Makovec/Brownfield) Farm groups continue to call on lawmakers to finish the farm bill this year. Darin Johnson, president of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association, says a new farm bill is long overdue…
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Agriculture set to drive South Africa’s economic recovery in 2025
Agriculture set to drive South Africa’s economic recovery in 2025 IOL
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New Drone Seed Spread Guide from MU Extension
NOVELTY, Mo. – A new University of Missouri Extension publication can help farmers and ag drone pilots maximize efficiency and precision in aerial seeding. Gurbir Singh, state extension specialist in soil science, agroecology and landscape management, has published a first-of-its-kind guide on calibrating utility drones for broadcast spreading pattern check. “Until now, spreading patterns have been a…
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Ideas for Spring Flower Plantings
MADISON, Wis. — Here are a few flowers that tolerate cooler temperatures and light frosts. They can be transplanted in early spring (whenever that may be in Wisconsin). Pansies (Viola x wittrockiana) always seem to be described as flowers that will make you smile. I guess it’s because they come in so many festive colors.…
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New trade war begins
Ag trade consultant Sharon Bomer Lauritsen says another trade war has begun. “Much broader, actually, than what we saw in 2017 or 2018 and it may not stop here.” On Tuesday, the United States placed 25% tariffs on all Canadian and Mexican imports, as well as an additional 10% tariff on Chinese products, bringing that…
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Bayer Crop Science to launch Vyconic Soybeans
Bayer Crop Science introduced Vyconic Soybeans during this year’s Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. The first of its kind product will offer five herbicide tolerances. It is expected to launch in North America in marketing year 2027. Brownfield’s Cyndi Young talked to Kacy Perry, the North America Soybean Business Lead for the Crop Science division…
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China announces new duties on US agricultural imports as US tariffs take effect
China announces new duties on US agricultural imports as US tariffs take effect Fastmarkets news
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A tale of two rivers
The chief science fellow with Nutrien Ag Solutions says current levels on the Mississippi River vary greatly depending upon location. Eric Snodgrass says it’s a tale of have’s and have not’s. “Three weeks ago, it was below low stage, so they’ve recovered 35 feet of water in the Mississippi River by Memphis.” He says, “Come…
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U.S. Drought Monitor staff preparing for NOAA disruptions
A climatologist at the National Drought Mitigation Center says he’s closely following how staffing cuts at USDA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) could impact work. Brian Fuchs tells Brownfield, “When we see some of these agencies starting to get some of their people cut, you really need to understand what that trickle…
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The changing of seasons can lead to a change of trends.
The changing of seasons can lead to a change of trends. Successful Farming
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China and Canada immediately retaliate against Trump’s tariffs. Mexico is next
China and Canada immediately retaliate against Trump’s tariffs. Mexico is next CNN
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Winter storm, powerful winds ahead in US
First Alert Weather Days: Winter storm, powerful winds ahead in US Tribune Online
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Corn, soy basis steady-mixed as futures tumble
Corn, soy basis steady-mixed as futures tumble TradingView
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Grain Growers of Canada react to U.S. tariffs
Grain Growers of Canada react to U.S. tariffs The Western Producer
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Grassley anticipates Congressional help for farmers in tariff crosshairs
President Trump is telling U.S. farmers to get ready to start making a lot of agricultural products to be sold inside the United States as tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China go into effect. In the meantime, U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley tells Brownfield lawmakers will likely request some sort of assistance for affected farmers, including…
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Farm Bureau Urges Quick Resolution to Tariffs
WASHINGTON — American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented on President Trump’s decision to impose increased tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China. “Farmers support the goals of ensuring security and fair trade with other nations, but additional tariffs, along with expected retaliatory tariffs, will take a toll on rural America. “Farmers and…
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NFU: American Farmers and Ranchers Bear the Brunt of Tariffs
WASHINGTON — National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew commented on the President’s decision to implement tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China. “The tariffs announced today, along with retaliatory measures from China and Canada, will have serious consequences for American agriculture. Our farmers are the backbone of this country, and they need strong, fair trade…
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U.S. Farmers Face a Weather Crisis!
U.S. Farmers Face a Weather Crisis! MSN
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FDA, USDA Rehire Some Staff, Multiple Sources Report
FDA, USDA Rehire Some Staff, Multiple Sources Report Quality Assurance & Food Safety
