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Nebraska ethanol retailers can apply for tax credits helping boost demand for corn

Friday, August 19 by Brownfield Ag News

Nebraska retailers that offer higher blends of ethanol can now apply for tax credits and Governor Pete Ricketts says that’s just one way to increase demand. He tells Brownfield the other way is educating consumers. “It’s going to save them money at the pump.... Read More.

Homelessness Stretches Beyond Urban Borders in Kansas, New Tax Credits for Housing Could Help

Tuesday, August 16 by Grant Barrett

By Lily O'Shea Becker Topeka, Kan. (Kansas Reflector) — Rural communities in Kansas are struggling with some big city problems: homelessness and a lack of affordable housing. Efforts to boost the state’s affordable housing found bipartisan support in the Legislature this past session, but it is... Read More.

Michigan Master Farmer credits irrigation for diverse rotation

Wednesday, July 27 by Brownfield Ag News

A central Michigan farmer says he’s a firm believer in irrigation on his sandy soils. Fourth-generation farmer Greg McCarthy of Edmore was the first one in his family to grow potatoes in the early ‘80s. “I’ve got more investment in irrigating than I do... Read More.

Zastrow credits Young Farmer program for support network

Wednesday, July 13 by Brownfield Ag News

A young farmer says having access to others with a similar lifestyle has been invaluable when navigating farming challenges. Sarah Zastrow tells Brownfield Google can only be so helpful for farmers which is why she has turned to Young Farmer programs for connections. “We can... Read More.

Carbon credits could supplement crop insurance programs, farmers

Tuesday, July 5 by Brownfield Ag News

An Indiana-based seed and chemical company says carbon credit programs could be included in crop insurance programs to help farmers offset startup costs. Emma Fuller with Corteva Agriscience tells Brownfield cost-share programs could create additional incentives. “As long as the cost share is about the... Read More.

Farmers see carbon credits as new opportunity to advance industry

Wednesday, June 29 by Brownfield Ag News

Some Midwestern farmers says carbon credits increase their bottom line while improving sustainability efforts. Indiana farmer Chris Lehe tells Brownfield he received a large payout after switching to no-till farming last year. “With the time and effort that we put in earning that $25,000... Read More.