July 16, 2024

Strong Outlook for U.S. Soy in Colombia

Colombia is the sixth largest market for U.S. agriculture and the world’s third largest importer of U.S. soybean meal. On this episode of Seeds of Success, an Iowa Soybean Association director discusses how the U.S. is working to help boost soybean sales to the country. The post Strong Outlook for U.S. Soy in Colombia appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

A cool-off ahead for the Heartland; a wet pattern for the far southern, eastern Corn Belt

Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures throughout the northern and western U.S., as well as Florida, while cooler-than-normal conditions will cover the central and southern Plains, mid-South, southern Corn Belt, and interior Southeast.  Meanwhile, near- or below-normal rainfall along the Pacific Coast and across the […] The post A cool-off ahead for the Heartland; a wet pattern for the far southern, eastern Corn Belt appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Iowa A.G. Bird to speak tonight at GOP convention

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird will deliver a speech at the Republican National Convention later today. “I’m speaking about making America safe again,” Bird said, “a speech supporting President Trump and his priorities of to keep our communities safe and how much he appreciates our law enforcement.” Bird was the only statewide elected official to […] View Full Story

Powerful thunderstorms bring winds of 100+ MPH to northeast Iowa

Severe storms moved across Iowa late Monday afternoon and early evening, bringing large hail, high winds and at least one tornado. The New Vienna/Luxemburg Fire Department reported a wind gust of 102 miles an hour, with several reports of damage to structures, trees and vehicles. Delaware County Emergency Management Coordinator Mandy Bieber says the winds […] View Full Story

Prevent plant can lead to tough choices

Mike Boen with Compeer Financial Services tells Brownfield some areas have seen a larger number of prevent plant claims than usual, and it’s given farmers some difficult choices. The post Prevent plant can lead to tough choices appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Making sure teenagers are getting the right nutrients

Beef is packs a punch when it comes to the nutrients it provides. Shalene McNeil, executive director of nutrition science, health and wellness for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says it’s great for brain development. AUDIO: Healthy Living on nutritional benefits of beef The post Making sure teenagers are getting the right nutrients appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story