Wetlands in Iowa help prevent nearly $500-million in flood damage every year, according to a new report from the Union of Concerned Scientists. Report author Stacy Woods says wetlands are natural floodwater barriers that absorb and slow down rushing water like a sponge. Federal data shows a decline in the number of wetlands, especially in […] View Full Story
A digital ag specialist with the University of Illinois Extension says robotic cover crop seeders are showing promise. Dennis Bowman says the technology allows cover crops to be seeded much earlier in the season. “A lot of our cover crop seed doesn’t get put out until after harvest, and if it doesn’t get a rain […] The post Robotic cover crop seeder shows promise appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
An ag economist says farmer concern about a potential trade war didn’t impact this month’s Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Jim Mintert with Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture says farmer sentiment hit its highest level since 2021. “The big improvement was mostly on the side of future expectations,” he says. “The future expectation index jumped […] The post Farmer sentiment reaches highest levels since 2021 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
Farmland values in the Upper Midwest are generally firm going into 2025. Kasey Maypark, an appraiser for Compeer Financial, covers northwestern Wisconsin. “Cropland has stayed on the stronger side in my area, there have not been a ton of sales. I’m sure that’s pretty common in a lot of the areas that we cover. There’s […] The post Firm farmland values going into 2025 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
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The President of the Michigan Farm Bureau is retiring after a decade leading the state’s largest farm organization. Carl Bednarski tells Brownfield Michigan Farm Bureau has been and will continue to be a voice for farmers in the state. “We need to send the message of how we grow their food and why we grow […] The post Bednarski reflects on presidency appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid known as FAFSA is now open for the next academic year. FAFSA has had issues since an effort to upgrade the process and forms were delayed last year, but UNI Financial Aid Director Tim Bakula it is now ready for this year. “It’s still at the studentaid.gov website, […] View Full Story
John Deere says it’s laying off more production workers at its Waterloo Operations. In a statement to Brownfield, John Deere says approximately 110 employees will be placed on indefinite layoff effective January 3rd. The company says challenging market conditions and reduced demand for equipment led to the decision. “To remain globally competitive, we must continue […] The post John Deere cuts more workers in Waterloo appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
The board of directors for Advanced Agrilytics has appointed Kenny Avery as the company’s new chief executive officer. In a statement, the company says Avery previously served as president and CEO of Verdesian Life Sciences where he led them in delivering sustainable crop nutrition solutions. Prior, he held key leadership positions at Monsanto, including vice […] The post Avery tabbed as new Advanced Agrilytics CEO appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
A nine year old from South Whitley, Indiana has been named as John Deere’s Chief Tractor Kid. Joining the organization’s Chief Tractor Officer, Jackson Laux will collaborate with the brand’s social media team. Laux began posting videos on social media in November 2023 where he showcased everyday life on his farm, which boosted his online […] The post John Deere names Jackson Laux the first ever Chief Tractor Kid appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
