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Famers who testified before the U.S. International Trade Commission say tariffs on fertilizer are detrimental to crop production and the global food supply. Nebraska grower Andy Jobman, representing the National Corn Growers Association, told members tariffs have led to shortages and record prices. “Shortages in UAN are altering what we decide to plant. Some crops require more UAN, and some farmers are electing to plant alternative crops instead of corn. […]

A fuel analyst says gas and diesel prices are showing no signs of slowing down. “We still could see more potentially record-breaking prices later this summer,” said GasBuddy’s Patrick De Haan. De Haan tells Brownfield the ag sector has been feeling the impact. “With the price of diesel fuel being far above gasoline and at record levels, it has been a very challenging year for farmers,” he said. “Inflation is […]

A U.S. Congressman is frustrated there have been no updates from the Department of Justice as it investigates major meatpackers. Iowa Republican Randy Feenstra says the DOJ launched the investigation over two years ago. “It’s just been crickets and there’s just been no movement or discussion, nothing. And obviously that’s a real concern.” The DOJ continues to formally investigate antitrust violations among JBS, Tyson Foods, Cargill, and National Beef. ...

The Illinois Association of Vocational Agriculture Teachers is celebrating 100 years in 2022. Jim Craft served as Executive Director of the organization from 1990-2015. He tells Brownfield the anniversary is a good time to reflect on their roots and how to grow from here.   “See what aims and purposes it had way back in 1922 and whether those are still valid. If so, let’s reinforce those and if not […]

Missouri Soybean is working to position biodiesel as the fuel of today and the future. In this Fueling Conversation, Matt Amick Director of Biofuels and New Uses with the Missouri Soybean Association and the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council talks about the steps they’re taking to boost biodiesel use. ...

June is National Dairy Month and registered dietician Kim Galeaz says it’s a perfect time to highlight the importance of dairy to your diet. So how much is enough? AUDIO: Healthy Living with Kim Galeaz ...

Wisconsin’s new State FFA President is Casey Denk.  The Mondovi FFA member served as state Vice President over the past year.  She was named to succeed Ben Styer of Menomonie at the close of the state FFA Convention in Madison Thursday. State Convention delegates also selected new state officers, including Isaac Hopke of Spooner, Heidi Strey from Osseo-Fairchild, Kendra Goplin from Whitehall, Jeremiah Ihm from Lancaster, Rhylie Gough of Albany, […]

Soybeans were higher on commercial and technical buying. Crush margins have narrowed, but remain in positive territory, and bean meal was higher. Near-term development weather does look mostly non-threatening with some rain in the forecast for parts of the region, but longer-term outlooks generally look drier, which could cause some stress. Soybean oil was down on spillover from palm oil. Export numbers were neutral to bearish, with increased competition from […]

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures were mixed on spread trade and profit taking. June live was up $.20 at $137.75 and August was down $.50 at $136.30. Feeder cattle were sharply lower on profit taking and the higher move in corn. August was down $1.97 at $171.30 and September was $1.87 lower at $173.22. By Thursday afternoon, light direct cash cattle business had developed at $140 on the live […]