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Lawmakers push for potash and phosphorus protections

Potash and phosphorus are gaining support in the nation’s Capital to be listed as critical minerals and expedite production in the U.S. The Fertilizer Institute’s President and CEO Corey Rosenbusch tells Brownfield, “The President’s executive order, which included potash but did not include phosphate,... Read More.

Ethanol supporters push for permanent solution amid uncertainty

Supporters of year-round E15 say there’s still a lot of uncertainty around a permanent solution. Randy Gard, chief operating officer with Bosselman Enterprises based in Grand Island, Nebraska, tells Brownfield retailers are waiting to finish updating infrastructure. “We’ve been converting tanks and dispensers to... Read More.

Senators push for farmer contracts to be honored

Legislation is being introduced in the U.S. House and Senate to release funding for USDA-signed contracts and agreements. Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin tells Brownfield the Honor Farmer Contracts Act would restore past-due payments to farmers and reimbursements. “When you see these actions,... Read More.

Cattle prices continue to push higher

The market news manager for the Missouri Department of Agriculture says sale barns throughout the state continue to see record-high prices for cattle. Tony Hancock says as pastures are greening up, the demand for all cattle has been strong. “Some of those lighter weight... Read More.

Michigan ag exports push new record

Food and agriculture exports in Michigan set a new high in 2024 at nearly $3 billion. Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director Tim Boring tells Brownfield, “Canada is far and away our greatest trading partner, more than $1.25 billion of economic activity... Read More.

Wet March could push out drought conditions

A state climatologist says precipitation during March could determine how successful crops will be this season. Ohio’s Aaron Wilson tells Brownfield the many parts of the Cornbelt have not fully recovered from fall drought conditions. “As La Nina wanes this spring, there is a... 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.

Record ag imports push trade deficit to new levels

The USDA has again raised the agriculture trade deficit for 2025 to a record $49 billion as Americans continue to import more products. Ag imports are expected to increase by more than $13 billion above last year’s record, up $4 billion from November. Horticultural... Read More.

Another push for year-round E-15

A bill has been reintroduced in the U.S. Congress that would allow year-round E-15.  Kenneth Hartmann, an Illinois farmer and president of the National Corn Growers Association says the goal is to get that bill signed into law.  “We know that the administration, from... Read More.

Bullpup Softball’s Hot Bats Helps Push Past Buhler 16-2

BUHLER, Kan. - The McPherson High School Softball team could not be stopped offensively Thurs., April 4, scoring 16 runs on 18 hits over Buhler in their 16-2 victory.Stats:The Bullpups are 7-1 on the season. They will head to Hutchinson for a doubleheader against... Read More.

Advocates Push Kansas Lawmakers for More Affordable Housing

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - Kansas lawmakers are considering expanding an economic incentive program to build affordable housing in the state’s larger cities like Wichita. The incentive currently allows rural cities to issue bonds to build up to 100 residential starter homes. As home values... Read More.