Brownfield Ag News

Just one weed slip can impact fields for multiple growing seasons.  In this Managing for Profit, Lynn Justesen, UPL Technical Services Lead talks about why it’s so important to start the season with both pre and post-emergent herbicide applications that are both timely and effective. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...

Adding a fungicide can help control most major corn and soybean diseases. That leads to improved plant health and higher yield potential. In this Managing for Profit, Randy Myers, agronomic solutions manager for Bayer CropScience shares why this year could be the perfect time to add a fungicide to your crop health plan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

In this edition, Bill Leigh, a corn farmer from Minonk and immediate past president of the Illinois Corn Growers Association focuses on how IL Corn supports the Illinois Corn Marketing Board’s goals and acts as a partner on building ethanol market demand.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this edition, JR Roesner, a DuBois county farmer and treasurer of the Indiana Corn Marketing Council, highlights their commitment to sustainable practices, the importance of benchmarking tools for farmers and the impact sustainable practices are having on the environment.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell...

In this edition, Jim Zook, Executive Director for the Corn Marketing Program of Michigan, highlights the benefits of ethanol to Michigan corn farmers and the environment, how CMPM is educating consumers about the product, and CMPM’s role in shaping the future of ethanol.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-...

In this edition, we introduce the new CEO of Missouri Corn Bradley Schad as he talks about his background in agriculture, goals in this new role and challenges facing Missouri corn farmers.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this edition, Illinois Soybean Growers farmer director from Cass County and Voice for Soy advocate David Wessel highlights what they are working on to improve waterways, how that benefits Illinois soybean farmers and how signing up to be a Voice for Soy advocate can help in this effort.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...

This week in the markets – Cash cattle were unchanged this week. Feeder cattle markets were steady to $3 higher. April live cattle were unchanged on the week and April feeder cattle are up nearly $4 as May corn futures declined this week. Choice box beef lost $6 this week on weakness across the board but led by ribs and chucks. Cash hogs were $3.50 higher, and April lean hog fu...

When it comes to yield, farmers need every advantage they can get. In this Managing for Profit, Andy Hurst, UPL’s Marketing Lead for Soil and Seed Health talks about how a new liquid-fertilizer-compatible fungicide and insecticide can help farmers protect yield potential. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

Controlling weeds can be one of the toughest challenges for farmers year in and year out. That’s why finding a herbicide that performs well is vital to the bottom line. In this Managing for Profit, Devin Hammer North American crop protection technology development manager for Bayer shares why XtendiMax herbicide with VaporGrip Technology, a restricted use pesticide, is a great option for farm...

Minnesota Corn worked with MEG Corp Fuel Consulting to create an ethanol lesson plan for Minnesota educators. The lessons cover everything from ethanol’s journey beginning on the farm to the benefits of ethanol-blended fuels at the pump. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this edition, Dirk Rice, Chairman of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, highlights their collaboration with ag, conservation, and ethanol groups as well as unions and research firms on efforts like consumer engagement and climate change solutions to make maximum progress with farmer’s checkoff dollars.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:...

In this edition, Will McNair with the US Soybean Export Council, explains what high oleic soybean oil is, why it is valuable to both soybean farmers and the food chain and how checkoff dollars are helping promote it.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this edition, Kristin Poley, the Research Manager for the Corn Marketing Program of Michigan, highlights why research is a priority investment for CMPM, research areas they are focused on this year and how Michigan farmers can stay up to date on research results beneficial for their operations.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19....

In this edition, Ashley McCarty, Executive Director of Missouri Farmers Care talks about the mission of their organization, the future of Missouri Farmers Care and how Missouri Corn is helping lead those efforts.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin checkoff team works with the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association to promote chocolate milk during state basketball and hockey tournaments, using the television, radio, and social media exposure to expand the message of milk nutrition and how chocolate milk is the ideal sports recovery drink. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

Grain prices are at levels not seen for nearly a decade and many farmers are wondering how long the rally might last. Glenn Wachtler, financial officer with Compeer Financial, says strong export demand and a smaller-than-expected South American crop continue to provide support. And he suggests there are other friendly factors, but also plenty of risk as farmers market grain in 2021. This...

In this edition, Shaun Tyson, a soy industry professional and Voice for Soy advocate explains how simple it is to advocate through the Voice for Soy program. He touches on the time it saves and the importance of advocating on issues that impact your farm. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This week in the markets –  Cash cattle down slightly this week and feeder cattle markets are steady to $4 lower. April 2021 live cattle futures are down nearly $0.60 for the week and April feeder cattle are down $2.30 on the week. The Choice/Box beef price lost over $5.50 this week, on weakness in ribs and loins. The Choice box beef price is now nearly $28 above year-ago level...

Crop health starts in-furrow, especially when farmers consider the 1+1 = 3 principle. In this Managing for Profit, Lynn Justesen UPL Technical Services Specialist provides some tips to getting the corn crop off to a strong start. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Bayer PLUS Rewards had a fantastic first year. Kim Helgen, grower marketing manager for Bayer says they’re excited for the program’s second year and the increased opportunities for farmers this growing season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this edition, Illinois Corn Marketing Board member and Grundy County farmer Paul Jeschke highlights the Illinois Farm Families program, the benefits Illinois farmers get from this checkoff investment and the value of consumer education.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this edition, Jim Douglas, Vice Chairman on the Indiana Soybean Alliance Board, introduces the new B20 Club of Indiana, highlights the climate and health benefits of using B20 and how the B20 Club supports Indiana soybean farmers.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this edition, Cathryn Wojcicki, Communications Director for the National Corn Growers Association, highlight their consumer outreach program CommonGround, how it impacts the agriculture community, and the role Michigan corn farmers play in the program.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this edition Cathryn Wojcicki, Communications Director for the National Corn Growers Association, highlights their consumer outreach program CommonGround, how it impacts the agriculture community, and the role Missouri corn farmers play in the program. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .