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Monarchs remain undefeated, roll by Black Sox

By Brad HallierCarson Harrell pitched six shutout innings, and the Hutchinson Monarchs had runners on base all game - including head coach Casey Lippoldt and assistant coach Ryan Stoecklein - in beating the Wichita Black Sox 8-3 on Monday at Hobart-Detter Field.The win improved... Read More.

Monarchs shut out Cannons at Hobart-Detter, remain undefeated

By Brad HallierFour Hutchinson Monarchs pitchers combined to give up four hits Thursday, and the Monarchs remained undefeated during the young season as they beat the Kansas Cannons 2-0 at Hobart-Detter Field.Lachlan Rosser pitched the first two innings and was credited with the win... Read More.

Farmers remain concerned about tight margins

A cooperative leader says their member farmers are concerned about margins going into planting season. Joshua Grunnet with Alcivia Cooperative tells Brownfield there has been a lot of volatility. “They’ve got a keen eye set for what their inputs are going to be once... Read More.

Indiana Farm Bureau members remain concerned about property taxes

Combatting property tax increases remains a priority for Indiana Farm Bureau. Scott county president Ethan McNeely says property taxes are projected to increase another 20% this year. “That type of increase year over year will absolutely decimate small mid size family owned farms,” he... Read More.

Inputs remain high, Iowa farmer says

Pictured: Iowa Corn President Stu Swanson at the 2025 Commodity Classic (Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield) The president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association says input costs are a concern for producers heading into planting season. Stu Swanson tells Brownfield, “Fertilizer has been slow to... Read More.

Questions remain about USDA funding freeze

The vice president of public policy at the American Farm Bureau Federation says there are still many questions as USDA evaluates program funding in the Inflation Reduction Act, but “the secretary wanted to make sure farmers who are made a promise by the government... Read More.

Cattle producers remain committed to sustainability

Consumers have asked for more sustainability from the food supply chain.  Ashley McDonald, the executive director of the National Grazing Lands Coalition, says the cattle industry has delivered — and has a great story to tell. “Being able to just show that pride, it’s... Read More.

Steps to remain profitable despite tight margins

A risk management specialist has some advice for crop farmers intent on remaining profitable. Josh Ulbricht with Compeer Financial says understanding the goals of the operation is a good starting point. “A lot of that is going to come down to your financial reporting... Read More.

Mississippi, Missouri River levels remain low

Pictured: Justin Glisan, state climatologist in Iowa (Photo credit: Brownfield) Iowa’s state climatologist says he’s concerned about river levels across the region. Justin Glisan tells Brownfield he’s been tracking the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. “They still continue to be low. These states within the... Read More.

Cattle futures remain optimistic about direct trade

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live and feeder cattle were higher, optimistic about this week’s direct business. February live was up $1.30 at $191.60 and April was $1.25 higher at $194.27. January feeders were $1.40 higher at $263.02 and March was up $1.92 at $262.67. Direct... Read More.

Concerns remain about ag transportation

The executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition says ag transportation continues to face headwinds.  Mike Steenhoek tells Brownfield one of those challenges is the low water conditions on the Mississippi River. “We had drought conditions earlier this year also in late 2023 at... Read More.