March 25, 2026

The U.S. pork industry is working together to strengthen herd health through a coordinated, producer-led effort. The National Swine Health Strategy brings producers and partners into alignment to address the industry’s most significant health challenges. By advancing measurable improvements in herd health, the initiative supports the well-being of pigs and people while reinforcing the We Care® Ethical Principles. The post Improving the Lives of Our Pigs and People appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Ohio Farm Bureau members are concerned a proposed rural infrastructure project could impact the state’s agricultural industry. Leah Curtis, associate general counsel, says the Ohio Department of Transportation is looking to build a highway connector between U.S. 23 and Interstate 71 in Marion and Morrow counties, which could result in up to 900 acres of farmland […] The post Ohio Farm Bureau says proposed ODOT connector could impact the state’s ag resources appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

An ag lender in the Western Corn Belt says the financial pressure facing farmers could shape decisions about crop rotations this year. Barry Benson with First National Bank of Omaha says producers have a lot to consider. “What is the overall strength of our balance sheet? What working capital do we have today? Corn is […] The post Farmers weighing crop mix as input costs influence decisions appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

A farmer in central Minnesota is gearing up to begin spring fieldwork. Nick Peterson grows corn and soybeans near Clear Lake and says most of his equipment is ready. “We’re up in an irrigated region too, so we’ve got corn and soybean seed hauling and irrigator maintenance that we’ll just be getting to as we […] The post Minnesota farmer preps as planting season inches closer appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The co-founder of AgMarket.net says many farmers are taking advantage of the recent rally in the corn market. “Some opportunities to price not only some of your cash but sell some new crop at levels we haven’t seen for a couple years.” Matt Bennett tells Brownfield, “And I commend the farmer for rewarding this rally.”  […] The post Farmers rewarding corn rally appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story