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USDA to encourage third-party verification for food label claims
USDA to encourage third-party verification for food label claims brownfieldagnews.com
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More Illnesses and Deaths in Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meats
WASHINGTON — A CDC Food Safety Alert update regarding a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/delimeats-7-24.html Since the last update on August 8, 2024, 14 more illnesses have been reported bringing the total to 57. All 57 people have been hospitalized and 9 deaths have now been reported. The 6 new…
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Golden Harvest talks new corn hybrids, soybean varieties
Andy Lee, head of GHX/Golden Harvest at Syngenta, tells Brownfield Golden Harvest has 14 new corn hybrids and 27 new soybean varieties. Learn more by listening to the full interview below. The post Golden Harvest talks new corn hybrids, soybean varieties at Farm Progress Show appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
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Boar’s Head plant linked to listeria outbreak had bugs, mold and mildew, inspectors say
Boar’s Head plant linked to listeria outbreak had bugs, mold and mildew, inspectors say Daily World
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Diverse Crop Rotations Reduce Risk of Crop Loss Under Poor Growing Conditions
Diverse Crop Rotations Reduce Risk of Crop Loss Under Poor Growing Conditions Morning Ag Clips –
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Sorghum brings economic potential to rural America
The CEO of Sorghum United says there’s tremendous potential for sorghum to have a larger economic impact in rural America. Nate Blum says the cereal grain, which is popular in India and Africa, fits well into most farming operations. “If we can locate regional value additions to food, fuel and fiber products that are using…
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Prep for Fall Nitrogen Applications
Prep for Fall Nitrogen Applications Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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NCGA President says expanding markets for corn and ethanol needs to continue
Expanding trade markets for corn and ethanol is a priority for the National Corn Growers Association. NCGA President Harold Wolle says passage of the Next Generation Fuels Act is needed. “Which provides for even higher blends of ethanol in the nation’s gas and allows engine manufacturers to design and market the types of engines that can…
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Let crop insurance agent know about silage plans
A product analyst with Country Financial says farmers planning to chop corn silage need to first have a conversation with their crop insurance agent. Brian Davis tells Brownfield… “Farmers who are going to chop silage, call your agent and get that notification sent to them.” He says, “Especially if you’re only going to chop a…
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Be on the Lookout for Field Crop Diseases
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Scouting a field can be very valuable in helping identify a field crop disease problem early and allow for treatment to occur. One disease to be on the lookout for this year is tar spot. The most recent edition of the Pest & Crop Newsletter from Purdue University stated that tar…
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Landus Introduces New Farmer-Focused Health Coverage to Meet the Growing Needs of Farmers
DES MOINES, IA – August 27, 2024 – Landus, an Iowa-based agriculture solutions company, today announced new farmer-focused health coverage options through Landus Health and Conduit Health. This unprecedented initiative, powered by Momentum Ag, a Division of Patriot Growth Insurance Services, LLC, will provide comprehensive coverage through a nationwide provider network, ensuring health care is…
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U.S. ethanol industry thriving, RFA says
A biofuels specialist says the ethanol industry is thriving despite the downturn in the ag economy. Robert White with the Renewable Fuels Association says 2024 could be a record-breaking year for U.S. ethanol. “Record ethanol exports, record ethanol production, record corn grind, and that’s all during a downturn that many would consider in agriculture.” He…
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It’s Not Too Early for 2025 Fertility Planning
Advanced Agrilytics Director of Agronomic Technology Travis Kimmel tells Brownfield what growers should focus on as they begin their fall fertility planning. Kimmel says they offer more than just nutrient recommendations and explain why detailed data is important for growers to utilize throughout the season as well as how it can impact the outcome. Click…
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Georgia farmer breaks own soybean yield record
The national soybean yield record-holder has eclipsed 200-plus bushels an acre two years in a row. Alex Harrell farms in southwest Georgia and broke the record for soybean yield in 2023 at 206 bushels per acre. “And this year we were able to break it with 218 using Pioneer Z Series (soybeans).” Speaking to Brownfield…
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Ag trade deficit to set back-to-back-to-back records
Ag trade deficit to set back-to-back-to-back records Successful Farming
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U.S. says Bioceres genetically modified wheat can be grown safely
U.S. says Bioceres genetically modified wheat can be grown safely Successful Farming
