February 3, 2026

A long-time dairy quality specialist says the unpredictable risks of drinking raw milk are too great to legalize its sale. Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Dr. Pamela Ruegg tells Brownfield, “It’s a documented risk.” “The challenge with that risk is that the risk and the vulnerabilities of people is not equally distributed,” she […] The post MSU dairy scientist says unknown risks are too great for raw milk to be allowed appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Comparing the value of manure to synthetic fertilizers in corn production can be complicated.  University of Minnesota Extension specialist Melissa Wilson tells Brownfield farmers looking to manure as a cheaper alternative should consider which nutrients are most necessary. “If you’re already high (in) phosphorous and potassium levels, then you’re not going to get as big […] The post Manure vs. synthetic fertilizer: nutrient balance key for corn growers, expert says appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The president of the Kansas Soybean Association says delays over the Renewable Fuel Standard are testing the patience of the ag industry. Brett Neibling says the lack of a final rule for Renewable Volume Obligations is frustrating. “I don’t know. It’s hard. Every time I have a conversation with someone it feels like we’re still […] The post Kansas Soybean Association president says Renewable Fuel Standard delays frustrate farmers appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Challenging winter weather is bringing marketing opportunities to some farmers.  Doug Crop, grain merchandiser with Premier Cooperative in east central Illinois, says the recent stretch of winter storms and bitter cold has caused transportation challenges. “With the river system, with this cold weather and barges being locked in with the ice, even on the rail […] The post Wintery weather bringing basis opportunities appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The president-elect of the Ohio Pork Council is outlining the organization’s top policy concerns for 2026.  Jarred Black says the industry continues to face ag labor challenges. “We have generational changes and staffing shortages across the area and the state,” he says. “We need to be able to have a good access pool of on-farm […] The post Ohio Pork Council focused on ag labor, Prop 12 fix in 2026 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Josh Goche, Regional Sales Manager for Rural Community Insurance Services, discusses how RCIS helps farmers navigate unpredictable market conditions. The post How RCIS helps farmers navigate challenging ag economy appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Dalynn Hoch, president of Rural Community Insurance Services, discusses some of the planning strategies that farmers should take into consideration as they plan for the 2026 crop year. The post Farmers urged to review insurance options ahead of 2026 crop year appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The U.S. Treasury Department has issued its proposed guidance on the 45Z tax credit and biofuel supporters say it’s a good step forward. Troy Bredenkamp with the Renewable Fuels Association tells Brownfield the big questions are starting to get answers. “It appears to resolve previous confusion on issues like qualified sales, that was a big […] The post Biofuel industry cheers 45Z tax credit proposal, awaits final details appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

All is quiet in cash cattle country this morning, with bids and asking prices not established as of yet. Significant trade volume will likely be delayed until the second half of the week. At the Callaway Livestock Center in Missouri, compared to two weeks ago, steer calves weighing 400 to 500 pounds traded steady to […] The post Midday cash livestock market appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story