September 22, 2025

Foundational Decisions

Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Brad Allen, says farmers should consider their weed management plan when choosing seed. He tells Brownfield that seed decisions are the foundation of a successful growing season, and selecting the right seed can help farmers overcome challenging agronomic issues. The post Foundational Decisions appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

USMEF Strategic Planning Conference

Brownfield’s Meghan Grebner covers the 2025 USMEF Strategic Planning Conference. The post USMEF Strategic Planning Conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

2025 World Dairy Expo

Brownfield’s Larry Lee covers the 2025 World Dairy Expo. The post 2025 World Dairy Expo appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

National Farmers Union Women’s Conference

Brownfield’s Meghan Grebner covers the National Farmers Union Women’s Conference The post National Farmers Union Women’s Conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Acclaimed film ‘Pieowa’ documents Iowans’ love of baking, eating pies

A southeast Iowa woman has made the transition from writer to filmmaker and believes pie is more than just a savory meal or a delicious dessert, so much more that she made a documentary about it. Beth Howard, who lives on a farm near Donnellson, directed the film called, “Pieowa: A Piece of America.” Earlier […] View Full Story

A firefighting foam that’s better for the environment and human health

Traditional firefighting foams often contain PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances), or forever chemicals.  Forever chemicals can remain in the environment, accumulate in the human body, and are linked to cancer, thyroid issues, and other health risks.  Pat Butler is a retired firefighter and says there’s a better alternative to traditional firefighting foams, and it’s made […] The post A firefighting foam that’s better for the environment and human health appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

National Farm Safety and Health Week: “Safety first – Avoid the worst”

The health communications officer with AgriSafe Network says agriculture remains one of the most dangerous occupations. Laura Siegel tells Brownfield, “We know that some of the top causes for these accidents and injuries are related to equipment, as well as machinery and vehicles.” She says numerous agencies are reminding both farmers and the public this […] The post National Farm Safety and Health Week: “Safety first – Avoid the worst” appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story