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Flooding in Kentucky continues to slow planting progress

Western Kentucky farmer Davie Stephens says they’re just starting to get back into the field after receiving nearly 15 inches of rain recently. “But not with any ag equipment,” he says.  “But with backhoes and dozers.  We’ve had levees breech and we’re having to... Read More.

Working to ensure strong demand continues

The CEO of the US Meat Export Federation says developing relationships with key trading partners is critical to demand continuity when there’s uncertainty in the market. Dan Halstrom says the organization operates offices in more than 20 countries globally. “We have a little over... Read More.

Rains have passed; flood continues

A southeastern Illinois farmer says his area continues feeling the effects of recent torrential rains across the Ohio River Valley. “Four or five days, maybe even a couple days longer than that, before it actually reaches its peak.” Jeff Scates, who grows corn and... Read More.

Growth continues for South Dakota FFA

The president of the South Dakota FFA Association says the student-led ag organization continues to grow. Maya Howard from Hand County attributes the growth to the impactful leadership and career development opportunities FFA provides. “We have about 6,500 members in South Dakota and a... Read More.

Rollins says USDA continues review of program spending

Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the department continues to review all programs under the USDA’s budget. She tells Brownfield the department is intentional in its review. “True conservation programs that our farmers and ranchers have been utilizing for years and have built programs around... Read More.

South Dakota corn continues push for E15 solution

The vice president of South Dakota Corn says permanent year-round E15 access would give farmers a reliable market for their grain. Trent Kubik tells Brownfield, “It’s a cleaner burning fuel. Being homegrown, our corn is one of the most sustainable feedstocks you can use... Read More.

Rollercoaster weather continues

The chief science fellow with Nutrien Ag Solutions says rollercoaster weather conditions are expected to continue for much of the Midwest. Eric Snodgrass says short-term forecasts show a series of systems are expected to bring a range of conditions. “The good news is it’s... Read More.