A networking organization is working to close the gender gap in leadership positions throughout the food supply chain. Females in Food President Alyssa Badger tells Brownfield, “Eighty percent of food buying decisions globally are made by women, but only 24 percent of senior leader positions in our industry are held by women .” “Where we […] The post Females in Food turns 5 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
Iowa law changed in 2023 to allow for a continuous open season on raccoons after concerns about an increase in their numbers and reports of them being a nuisance. Iowa furbearer biologist Vince Evelsizer says he doesn’t know yet how the law has impacted the animals. “I think it’s a little early to see measurable […] View Full Story
A tax credit for biodiesel production expires at the end of this year and Senator Chuck Grassley doubts congress will address the issue in December. “From my point of view, not necessarily to my satisfaction, it’s unlikely that congress will pass any sort of tax bill this year,” Grassley said this week. However, early next […] View Full Story
The executive director of the Plant Based Product Council says finalizing a farm bill before the end of the year is becoming increasingly difficult. James Glueck is also the former policy director for Senate Ag Committee Chairman Pat Roberts. “Always hopeful that there’s a light at the end of the tunnel and there’s a five-year […] The post Watching the farm bill in the lame duck appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
The head of a state poultry group is encouraging consumers to stock up on turkey before the avian influenza outbreak impacts the supply chain. Bill Mattos with the California Poultry Federation says retail turkey prices should be much higher because of reduced supplies this year, but it’s a loss leader for grocery stores during the […] The post Turkey prices are expected to decline 30 percent this year appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
If it’s been a while since you’ve seen an older relative, Iowans may be noticing certain signs over the long Thanksgiving weekend in how they’re acting that might indicate the start of a problem. Megan Benzing, program manager for the Iowa Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, says it’s supposed to be a joyful time, but […] View Full Story
The down farm economy is taking a toll on employment in at least one Midwestern state. Iowa Farm Bureau economics and research manager Christopher Pudenz says recent analysis shows the downturn could claim more than 11,000 jobs in the state. “With a $1.5 billion loss to GDP in the state of Iowa.” He tells Brownfield […] The post Iowa job losses connected to downturn in farm economy appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service released its final rule to update the federal milk marketing orders two weeks ago, but farmers and cooperatives still can’t vote to accept or reject it. That’s because the final rule must be published in the Federal Register before the farmer referendum can begin. A spokesperson for the Agricultural Marketing Service […] The post FMMO final rule to be published Monday, referendum begins appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
Studies show there are more cooking fires on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year. Fire prevention expert Amanda Swenson says all Iowans should know how to use a fire extinguisher before there’s a sudden flare-up on the stove. “That’s a scary situation and that’s not the time to learn how to use an […] View Full Story
Farmers every region of the country make the Thanksgiving meal that you enjoy with your family and friends possible. Think of the staples – turkey, cranberries, celery, sweet potatoes, green beans, pumpkins, peas, potatoes, and carrots. AUDIO: Healthy Living on Thanksgiving food supply chain The post Your Thanksgiving feast is a national effort appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
