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USDA funded research aimed at eradicating two common stored grain pests

Thursday, October 24

Some new research is aiming to limit the spread of stored grain pests. Recently, the USDA awarded a grant to fund research to stop the larger grain borer and khapra beetle, two insects with the potential to destroy stored grain. On this week’s episode,...

Voice of Milk represents three groups on common issues

Wednesday, October 9

A new brand has been launched to serve three dairy organizations that often work together. Laura Hensley tells Brownfield Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, Minnesota Milk Producers, and the Dairy Business Association will be known as The Voice of Milk on joint projects. “The three...

Abrupt, wild weather transitions becoming more common

Monday, September 23

A climatologist with the National Drought Mitigation Center says abrupt, wild weather transitions are becoming more of the norm. Brian Fuchs tells Brownfield it’s been a variable early fall with drought conditions expanding across the Corn Belt and Delta following a wetter growing season....

Baldwin seeks additional USTR action on common food names

Tuesday, August 27

A Wisconsin Senator is praising the U.S. Trade Representative for a recent agreement with Chile but says more trade agreements and strong enforcement are needed. Tammy Baldwin sent a letter to USTR Katherine Tai saying market access to Chile will allow the sale of...