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A recently released report shows Indiana’s net farm income is expected to increase by 40% in 2025. Purdue University ag economist Michael Langemeier says it is largely due to expected government payments and stronger returns [Read More…]

The new Illinois FFA president says the organization is in her blood. “It doesn’t really feel real yet. I’m so grateful and honored to have this opportunity for the next year.” Natalie Pratt, daughter of [Read More…]

Iowa House Speaker Pat Grassley is petitioning the State Legislature to hold a special session to override Governor Kim Reynolds’ veto of a carbon pipeline bill. Reynolds shot down House File 639 on Wednesday, which [Read More…]

A farm business management instructor and Minnesota farmer says one of the biggest mistakes a farmer can make is holding onto grain too long and not having a plan. Betsy Jensen with Northland Community and [Read More…]

The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture says the threat of New World Screwworm (NWS) is a top priority. Brooke Rollins told the U.S. House Agriculture Committee Wednesday that an announcement will come next week on her [Read More…]

An Iowa bill that would have put new restrictions on carbon pipelines has been vetoed by Governor Kim Reynolds. House File 639 aimed to restrict the use of eminent domain for carbon pipelines. In a [Read More…]

The U.S. Agriculture Secretary says her agency’s restructuring is not hurting farmers. Brooke Rollins told the House Agriculture Committee Wednesday the agency is still able to serve the needs of farmers. “No one has been [Read More…]

Some of the biggest disease threats to U.S. livestock can infect multiple species. Swine Health Information Center executive director Dr. Megan Niederwerder says Foot and Mouth Disease, New World Screwworm, and the H5N1 virus are [Read More…]

A southeast Iowa turkey producer says the industry is recovering from a volatile 2024. “We’re definitely in a better position than we were 12 months ago,” said Tim Meyer. Meyer tells Brownfield producers have been [Read More…]

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were lower, waiting on direct business to develop.  August live cattle closed $.17 lower at $218.02 and October live cattle closed $.62 lower at $215.02.  August [Read More…]

Wisconsin’s FFA Executive Director says young people are more prepared for the workforce after being involved in ag education. Cheryl Zimmerman tells Brownfield not every FFA member comes from a farm, and FFA gives many [Read More…]

Jul. corn closed at $4.38, down 1 and 3/4 centsJul. soybeans closed at $10.50 and 1/2, down 7 and 1/4 centsJul. soybean meal closed at $294.20, down $1.70Jul. soybean oil closed at 48.02, up 23 [Read More…]

U.S. ethanol production and stocks both notched notable milestones last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged a record 1.120 million barrels per day, rising 15,000 on the week and 97,000 on the [Read More…]

Cash dairy prices were steady to lower except butter Wednesday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange.    Dry whey was down $0.0075 to $0.5650.  Three sales were recorded, ranging from $0.5650 to $0.57.   Forty-pound cheese blocks were [Read More…]

A past Wisconsin FFA State President has expanded her ag education experience as a National FFA officer.  Mary Schreiber from East Troy served as FFA state president in 2023 and 2024.  Last October, she was [Read More…]

Wisconsin FFA members teamed up to prepare meals for those in need. It was part of FFA’s Day of Service, held Monday before the state convention officially began.    Students worked in shifts to pack thousands [Read More…]

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The director of educational programs, Ambra Tennery, says the National FFA Organization is focused on expanding opportunities for ag teachers.  She tells Brownfield ag educators play a significant role in shaping future careers for students. [Read More…]

Purdue University researchers have created a rapid detection test that could help poultry producers detect the disease faster. In this episode of Managing for Profit, associate professor of ag and biological engineering Mohit Verma, explains [Read More…]

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were mostly higher, and feeder cattle were higher ahead of widespread direct business.  August live cattle closed $1.05 lower at $218.20 and October live cattle closed $.22 lower [Read More…]