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Allen County Commissioners Hear Report from Road and Bridge Supervisor on Washouts in Allen County, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, May 27

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners Tuesday authorized signing of the petition that starts the process that could lead to a delinquent tax sale later this year. County Counselor Bob Johnson said as of now there are 105 parcels on which three or... Read More.

Michigan Soybean’s Port Potential

Tuesday, April 8

A major infrastructure investment at the Port of Monroe will provide new avenues to export Michigan soybeans. In this Pods for Profit, we’ll hear from the Port Development Coordinator about how the build-out will better serve Michigan farmers and support specialized container shipping through... Read More.

SNAP cuts would alter potential farm bill negotiations

Thursday, March 20

A member of the U.S. House Ag Committee says any cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, likely alter negotiations around a new farm bill. Illinois Democratic Representative Nikki Budzinski says Republican efforts of reconciling the budget threaten those in the most... Read More.

Farmers expecting aid payments, potential government shutdown looms

Monday, March 10

Farmers across the country are awaiting billions of dollars in disaster assistance as Congress debates plans to keep the government operating. Brad Weddelman, chief economist for the Senate Ag Committee, says aid included in the American Relief Act of 2025 is due in farmer’s... Read More.

How DEKALB is pushing yield potential to the next level

Thursday, March 6

Brownfield caught up with Seth Irwin, Dekalb Product Manager, at this year’s Commodity Classic to talk about the new products launching this year. Learn more about the newest trait launch and some of the best sellers from the brand. The post How DEKALB is... Read More.

Potential consequences of USDA funding freeze and layoffs

Wednesday, March 5

The president of Iowa Farmers Union is concerned government funding freezes and layoffs will have short and long-term consequences for agriculture. Aaron Lehman says some of the firings at USDA could have lasting impacts. “Research, farmer conservation contracts not being honored, weather services, access... Read More.

Brazil’s safrinha crop facing potential challenges

Wednesday, March 5

The chief science fellow with Nutrien Ag Solutions says Brazil could be facing challenges with its second corn crop. Eric Snodgrass says some areas of the country are dry. “The eastern growing regions that are about 20 to 25% of their total safrinha acres,... Read More.

USDEC concerned about potential Trump tariffs

Monday, March 3

The U.S. Dairy Export Council’s trade expert is concerned about the planned tariffs from President Trump. Jaime Castaneda tells Brownfield when Trump announced there would be additional 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting March 4th, Canada developed a list of retaliatory tariffs and... Read More.

Potential health insurance change could cost farm families thousands

Thursday, February 27

The director of the Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation at Iowa State University warns farm families about a potentially harmful change to federal health insurance. Christine Tidgren says a premium tax credit that covers a large portion of the cost is set to... Read More.

Strong corn demand expected to continue for Mexico, despite potential new tariffs

Tuesday, February 25

A grains and oilseeds economist says he expects demand for corn to remain strong in Mexico, even amid potential new tariffs from the Trump administration. Tanner Ehmke with CoBank tells Brownfield he doesn’t expect that to change much. “I’m optimistic that we’re going to... Read More.

Exciting market potential of SoyFoam

Friday, February 14

The past chair of the United Soybean Board is excited about the market potential of SoyFoam. Steve Reinhard says the environmentally friendly wetting and smothering agent used by firefighters is made from soybeans. “It contains no PFAS, so none of the forever chemicals. It’s... Read More.

2024 crops might influence 2025’s potential

Tuesday, February 11

Soybean research specialist Shawn Conley with the University of Wisconsin says the 2024 crop might have a big impact on the 2025 crop because of low moisture levels at harvest time, so farmers should check a few more things including the seed germ before... Read More.