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The new Indiana State Veterinarian says the surge of highly pathogenic avian influenza has the state on high alert. Kyle Shipman tells Brownfield, “Currently, we have 12 commercial flocks and two hobby flocks in the [Read More…]

Egg prices continue to soar higher across the U.S. Dr. Valerie Kilders is an assistant professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Purdue University and focuses her research on food and agribusiness marketing. She [Read More…]

The optimal window to market old crop grain is getting smaller. Iowa Farm Bureau Farmer Education Program Manager Zach Brummer says a lot of farmers stored more corn and soybeans than intended last harvest. “So [Read More…]

The president of National Farmers Union (NFU) says farmers are facing unprecedented uncertainty. Rob Larew tells Brownfield, “Change always brings a lot of questions.”  He says, “I think answers will be forthcoming on where this [Read More…]

An ag economist says there could be some selling opportunities for corn farmers. University of Missouri’s Ben Brown says, “Opportunities for producers out there in that old crop market just to get some sales on [Read More…]

An ag insurance specialist says safety should always be top of mind for those working around grain bins. Laramie Sandquist, senior associate vice president with Nationwide Insurance, says 2024 was another deadly year. “Overall, in [Read More…]

It remains to be seen if Congress can get a farm bill across the finish line in 2025. U.S. Congressman Randy Feenstra of Iowa says, “Let’s be honest, it’s going to be tough.” He says America’s [Read More…]

Brownfield’s Brandon Peoples covers the Kansas Department of Agriculture public hearing. The post Kansas Department of Agriculture public hearing appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.     

The President and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association says vaccinations need to be developed to protect poultry and livestock from highly pathogenic avian influenza. Michael Dykes says, “It’s important that we get a [Read More…]

Brownfield’s Jared White covers the 2025 Land Values Conference The post Illinois Society of Professional Farm Managers & Rural Appraisers 2025 Land Values Conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.     

Brownfield’s Nicole Heslip covers the Michigan Wheat Program farmer round table The post Michigan Wheat Program farmer round table appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.     

The avian influenza virus has been found in a commercial turkey flock in Sac County, Iowa. The Iowa Department of the Agriculture and Land Stewardship reports approximately 29,665 turkeys will be depopulated. It’s the state’s [Read More…]

2025 U.S. broiler sets and placements remain on track to top 2024. The USDA says 249.285 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubation last week, up 771,000 from the week before and 2% from last [Read More…]

The president of National Farmers Union (NFU) says he’s seeing several trends as members in each state prioritize policy initiatives. Rob Larew says their members see ensuring a fair and diverse marketplace is vital to [Read More…]

An ag economist says farmers should monitor grain futures as inflation continues to increase. Consumer prices rose half a percentage point in January and University of Missouri’s Ben Brown says the commodity markets could benefit. [Read More…]

There’s some optimism a federal solution for year-round E15 will get across the finish line this year. Lance Lillibridge, a past president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association, says the fuel blend offers a variety [Read More…]

Members of the United Soybean Board are deciding where 2026 checkoff dollars will be invested. Matt Gast is a North Dakota farmer and USB’s Treasurer.  He tells Brownfield the current budget for the soybean checkoff [Read More…]

A University of Nebraska Extension ag economist says farmers should consider price and date triggers when developing a good grain marketing plan. Jessica Groskopf tells Brownfield it’s important to set realistic expectations based on market [Read More…]

Among the many challenges corn growers face each growing season, corn rootworm can be among the most damaging. In this episode of Managing for Profit, DEKALB® Asgrow® Technical Agronomist Andrew Penney of Iowa discusses strategies [Read More…]

U.S. Congressman Randy Feenstra of Iowa says it’s very possible language for year-round E-15 could be included in the March Continuing Resolution. “In December, we kicked that can down the road until March 15,” he [Read More…]