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Brownfield Ag News · Jul 13, 2026
As Ohio faces record high temperatures, farmers are anxious about the potential impact on corn pollination. With the earliest-planted corn just beginning to pollinate, the recent rain is seen as a crucial factor in...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 13, 2026
Could the recent uptick in crop condition ratings signal a shift in market dynamics? The USDA reports that 68% of U.S. corn is now rated good to excellent, a one-point increase from the previous...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 13, 2026
What happens when rain just won't fall where it's needed? An eastern Nebraska farmer is expressing frustration over spotty rainfall that has left his crops suffering from drought and extreme heat. Despite nearby moisture...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 13, 2026
Could this be one of the best growing seasons ever for northeast Kansas? Farmers are reporting that both corn and soybeans are thriving, thanks to ample rainfall and favorable weather conditions. Brett Neibling, a...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 13, 2026
What’s causing the mixed signals in cattle futures this week? At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle prices showed a split response, with August live cattle closing slightly lower while October saw a modest...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 13, 2026
What subtle shifts are occurring in the grain and livestock markets this July? Recent futures data reveals a mixed bag: September corn is slightly up, while Chicago wheat has dipped. The fluctuations in soybean...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 13, 2026
Could uneven crop development lead to missed fungicide applications? With a wide range of planting dates this year, corn fields are at different growth stages, complicating the timing for necessary fungicide treatments. Adam Byrne...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 17, 2026
As temperatures soar between 90 to 100°F in the upper Midwest, the heat wave raises questions about its effects on crop development. The warm, dry conditions are currently favoring rapid growth for corn and...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 14, 2026
Brazil's latest corn production estimates have taken a surprising turn, with the country's agricultural agency, CONAB, raising its total corn crop forecast to 141.729 million tons. This increase, attributed to improved yield and acreage...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 14, 2026
Could the window for E15 legislation be closing? Senator Chuck Grassley has indicated that time is running short to get an E15 bill passed in the Senate, emphasizing the limited number of bills that...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 14, 2026
As southern rust continues to threaten corn crops, many growers are left wondering how to manage this persistent disease. A technical service representative from BASF highlights that southern rust has already impacted much of...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 14, 2026
As a heat wave grips the Midwest, farmers are left wondering how it will impact corn pollination. Climatologist Justin Glisan from the Iowa Department of Agriculture notes that two heat domes have settled over...