August 29, 2025

John Deere intros new harvesting equipment & the latest on See & Spray advancements at FPS25

Nathan Kramer, global product marketing manager for John Deere, tells Brownfield the company introduced several advancements in harvesting capabilities at the 2025 Farm Progress Show. AUDIO: Nathan Kramer – John Deere Dave Mulder, product marketing manager for sprayers and application equipment, says the company’s See & Spray technology continues to bring both financial and environmental […] The post John Deere intros new harvesting equipment & the latest on See & Spray advancements at FPS25 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Precision Planting / PTx focus on efficency and autonomy at FPS25

Mike Schlitt, strategic marketing manager with Precision Planting, says the company is focused on increasing farmer efficiency at this year’s Farm Progress Show while also demonstrating the latest in autonomous tractor technology. AUDIO: Mike Schlitt – Precision Planting Andy Bollock, product owner of FarmENGAGE for the company, says they’re also improving convenience when it comes […] The post Precision Planting / PTx focus on efficency and autonomy at FPS25 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Temps to take-on an early, Fall “feel”; moisture opportunities for some

Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of below-normal temperatures in the central and eastern U.S., aside from hotter-than-normal weather across peninsular Florida.  Unusual heat will also cover the West, excluding the central and southern Rockies.  Meanwhile, near- or above-normal precipitation across most of the country should contrast with drier-than-normal conditions […] The post Temps to take-on an early, Fall “feel”; moisture opportunities for some appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Three eastern Ohio counties will see crop insurance expansion for soybeans in 2026

The deputy executive director of the Ohio Soybean Association says three eastern Ohio counties will see a federal crop insurance expansion  in 2026. Brandon Kern says the organization recently submitted a request to the USDA’s Risk Management Agency to expand soybean coverage options in Belmont, Monroe, and Noble counties. “Because of their historically low production, […] The post Three eastern Ohio counties will see crop insurance expansion for soybeans in 2026 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Concerning start to crop marketing year

The chief market strategist with Zaner Ag Hedge says the September 1st start of the new crop marketing year for corn and soybeans brings some concerns. Ted Seifried says low prices account for a record start for new crop corn export demand, but he urges caution. “We’re at 23% of the USDA’s overall expectation even […] The post Concerning start to crop marketing year appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Expanding aquaculture opportunities for U.S. soybean farmers

The research director for the Soy Aquaculture Alliance says the industry’s rapid expansion is an opportunity to increase demand for U.S. soybeans. Amrit Bart says soy is a consistent source of protein for aquaculture producers who are facing rising input costs. “Aquafeed represents more than half of aquaculture production costs,” he says. “Even a small change […] The post Expanding aquaculture opportunities for U.S. soybean farmers appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

EPA eyes clarity on WOTUS definition, rule

The nation’s top environmental official says the EPA is in the final stages of a Waters of the U.S. rule and that could bring stability to the ag industry. During remarks at a federal issues forum hosted by Senator Pete Ricketts on Friday, Administrator Lee Zeldin says the draft is going through review. “Over the […] The post EPA eyes clarity on WOTUS definition, rule appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Communication is key in helping kids try to cope with school shootings

This week’s fatal shootings of children in a Minneapolis school’s church can be very difficult for adults to process, let alone kids. A mental health care professional is urging Iowa parents to talk with their children about these tragedies. Sarah Long, a psychologist at Emplify Health by Gundersen, says to be careful not to offer […] View Full Story

Multiple reports indicate Ernst will not seek reelection in 2026

Iowa Senator Joni Ernst has reportedly told confidants she will not run for re-election, a decision that would put the national spotlight on Iowa’s 2026 U.S. Senate race. CBS was first to report on Ernst’s pending announcement and multiple sources have discussed the matter with Radio Iowa. Ernst hired a campaign manager in June and […] View Full Story

Field of Dreams movie site holding its first big concert weekend

The Field of Dreams movie site near Dyersville is hosting its first ever concert weekend with country singer Tim McGraw on Saturday and the rock group Nickelback headlining Sunday night. Travel Dubuque is handling the event and spokesman John Sutter says they first started talking about it two years ago and is turning out very […] View Full Story