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Michigan Bean Commission approved through 2029

Michigan dry bean growers have voted to continue the Michigan Bean Commission and assessments for another five years. Executive Director Joe Cramer tells Brownfield the commission is committed to, “Number one, a continuation of enhancing profitability for driving growers.” “How do we get more... Read More.

“Bean Binoculars” website offers farmers national insight

A North Carolina State University Extension soybean specialist says a new website allows farmers to keep up to date with emerging soybean issues as they happen. Rachel Vann says the “Bean Binoculars” map serves as an early warning network for agronomic issues. “With each... Read More.

Michigan dry bean & sugarbeet harvests in early stages

Michigan crop conditions have improved following recent cool weather. Bay City grower John Burk tells Brownfield dry bean harvest is just getting started. “There’s some water damage in certain areas, but some of these fields could be record yields in the dry beans,” he... Read More.

Four ways to maintain bean yields & the budget

A crops researcher at the University of Illinois says there are four ways farmers can maintain soybean yields without breaking the budget in today’s tight margin environment. Dr. Connor Sible says utilizing equipment properly is a big step. “We always think about planters and... Read More.

Check wet bean fields for phytophthora

A plant pathologist with the University of Missouri Extension says phytophthora could show up in some soybean fields this year. Mandy Bish says the pathogen for the disease requires water to move into the root system and Missouri has been getting plenty of moisture... Read More.

Soybeans gain on commercial support, bean meal

Soybeans were higher on commercial and technical buying. The trade is monitoring the impact of flooding in the northern Midwest and hot, dry weather to the east and south. The USDA says 67% of U.S. soybeans are in good to excellent shape, 3% less... Read More.