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Today’s Corn Hybrids Are Resilient
WESTFIELD, Ind. — There’s been an abundance of weather challenges in Iowa and Ohio, but agronomists in these states haven’t given up on crops. In fact, AgriGold Agronomists Scott Bugg (Ohio) and Jeff Morey (Iowa) believe farmers in their respective areas could still produce great corn and soybean yields — IF they stick with their…
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Finding a Home for Soybean MealÂ
Demand is on the rise for soybean oil, but more production also means more soybean meal. In this Pods for Profit, Michigan Soybean Committee President Mark Senk discusses what that means for farmers and the role of exports. The post Finding a Home for Soybean Meal appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
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Protecting crop health and improving yields
Commodity prices have continued to face pressure, making it even more important for farmers to get the most yield out of every acre of corn and soybeans. Growing conditions in many parts of the Corn Belt put the corn crop at greater risk for diseases like tar spot. Â Tyler Harp, Syngenta technical product lead for…
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States, USDA prepare for potential avian flu outbreak
States, USDA prepare for potential avian flu outbreak  Oskaloosa Herald
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USGC Members Arrive in Utah for 64th Annual Board of Delegates Meeting
SALT LAKE CITY, UT — U.S. Grains Council (USGC) members are gathered in Salt Lake City, UT for the organization’s 64th Board of Delegates Meeting, held July 29-31. USGC Chairman Brent Boydston welcomed attendees with a summary of the Council’s work over the past year and a preview of the meeting’s upcoming content. “My theme…
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How The Deep State Tried, And Failed, To Crush An American Farmer
How The Deep State Tried, And Failed, To Crush An American Farmer  Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Winter canola pilot expanding in mid-South
Bunge Chevon Ag Renewables is expanding farmer contracts this fall as part of a winter canola project with Corteva Agriscience. Corteva Agriscience Global Product Director for Biofuels Chad Berghoefer tells Brownfield the collaboration started last year with 5,000 acres and is ramping up to 35,000 in year two. “All the genetics today are coming out…
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From Genes to Jeans: New Genetic Insights May Lead to Drought Resilient Cotton
ITHACA, N.Y. — Cotton is woven into the very fabric of our lives, from soft T-shirts to comfortable jeans and cozy bedsheets. It’s the world’s leading renewable textile fiber and the backbone of a global industry worth billions. As climate change intensifies, cotton farmers face increasing challenges from drought and heat. However, new research offers…
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Can Chlorpyrifos Be Used to Manage Crop Pests in 2024?
LAMBERTON, Minn. — Questions continue to be raised about the potential to use chlorpyrifos-containing products against crop pests. Chlorpyrifos was taken off the market for a period of time after the US EPA removed all tolerances for food and feed. Then, tolerances were reinstated after the EPA’s decision was challenged in court; however, this occurred after…
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Funds available to farmers affected by severe weather
Funds available to farmers affected by severe weather  Yahoo! Voices
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Tallgrass plans ethanol project to boost Nebraska agriculture and economy
Tallgrass plans ethanol project to boost Nebraska agriculture and economy  KSNB
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USDA reports grocery prices go up less than 1%
USDA reports grocery prices go up less than 1%Â Â WISH TV Indianapolis, IN
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How can farmers adjust input spending with low commodity prices?
An economist at Rabobank says sluggishness in the ag economy is forcing growers to be more mindful of their budgets.  Owen Wagner, vice president of oils, grains, and seed analysis, says farmers typically cut back on capital investments first. “These different input categories you could describe some as being sticky so that when fortunes either improve or…
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Why Agricultural Workers Are at High Risk for Personal Injury Accidents
EDENTON, NC — Have you thought about why farming, despite its pastoral image, is considered one of the most dangerous jobs? Agricultural workers face a multitude of risks daily, from heavy machinery accidents to chemical exposures. This article dives into the reasons behind the high rate of personal injury accidents in agriculture and explores ways…
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Take Action Now: White Mold Threat in Soybeans
LINCOLN, Neb. — As we approach the critical period for managing white mold in soybeans, it’s essential to make informed decisions to mitigate potential losses. Sclerotinia stem rot, or white mold, significantly impacted yields in 2023, and proactive management is crucial for this season. The key factors to keep in mind are: Flowering Susceptibility: Soybean…
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USDA moves to limit salmonella in raw poultry products
USDA moves to limit salmonella in raw poultry products  KTVZ
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U.S. reports case of atypical mad cow disease
U.S. reports case of atypical mad cow disease  Yahoo News Canada
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Thousands of deadly frozen meat pizzas recalled in 7 states
Thousands of deadly frozen meat pizzas recalled in 7 states  MSN
