December 17, 2024

Congress could be close on economic aid package for farmers

Lawmakers continue to negotiate a farm bill extension and economic aid package for farmers. U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says House Speaker Mike Johnson indicated an agreement was reached last night. “We still don’t have text of that agreement, and it takes a while for the legislation to be written. One thing is certain, farmers need […] The post Congress could be close on economic aid package for farmers appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Grassley: Chinese imports of used cooking oil are hurting Iowa soybean growers

Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley is raising red flags about a large increase in imports of used cooking oil, which can replace soybeans in the making of biodiesel fuel. Grassley says used cooking oil can also be a key ingredient in what’s known as sustainable aviation fuel, which he says is a promising new market for […] View Full Story

Trump sues over Des Moines Register Iowa Poll

Fox News is reporting President-elect Donald Trump is accusing the Des Moines Register and the manager of its “Iowa Poll” of election interference. According to Fox News, the lawsuit was filed last night in Polk County District Court and it accuses The Register and pollster J. Ann Selzer of consumer fraud for an Iowa Poll […] View Full Story

Know your cost of production, expenses

Brad Sirianni is a farmer, former farm business management instructor, and ag lender says many families need help getting a clear picture of their income and expenses, starting with knowing the cost of production for everything the farm produces.  He says not knowing that number prevents farmers from making important management decisions.  The post Know your cost of production, expenses appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story