August 17, 2026

A north central Ohio farmer says the recent rainfall has helped advance this year’s corn and soybean crop. Patty Mann says they have gotten over 9 inches of rain in the last 10 days. “The moisture has really added some additional growth on the top,” she says. “If we get some favorable conditions from here on […] The post Heavy August rains boost Ohio corn and soybeans, also creating disease concerns appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

A southeast Indiana farmer says recent severe weather has led to widespread flooding across the state. Roger Wenning says his area has gotten more than 8 inches of rain in the last two weeks. “A little narrow downburst of wind came through and ripped a bunch of trees out,” he says. “It took down a […] The post Indiana growers evaluate long-term crop impacts from severe weather appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The USDA’s chief scientist says farmer input is vital to the department’s ongoing data modernization efforts. During a listening session at the Illinois State Fair, Dr. Scott Hutchins, who also serves as Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics, told attendees the goal is to reduce producer burden while improving the department’s accuracy. “We all […] The post USDA hears from Illinois farmers on modernization plan appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Going into the final stretch of the growing season, Brevant Seeds retail sales agronomist Jason Welker says that despite a challenging spring, corn in central Nebraska looks really good. He tells Brownfield that staying consistent with management has been a major takeaway, and he expects above-average yields. The post Corn Performance appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

An economist points to a rainy week at the Iowa State Fair for his bright outlook when harvest gets underway next month.  Christopher Pudenz with Iowa Farm Bureau says rain is forecast the final six days of the fair. “There is an economic story behind that, Iowa is going to have a good corn crop.” […] The post Rainy Iowa State Fair week fuels optimism for corn, soybean yields appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

A chief marketplace officer with FCS Financial says high input costs are squeezing working capital and could keep farm margins tight into 2027. Chad Roberts tells Brownfield the biggest cost increases are expected to be in seed, chemicals, labor and possibly cash rents. “No doubt our customers are looking at what inputs are going to […] The post High input costs could keep farm margins tight into 2027 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The Missouri State Fair’s 4-H Building has had a major renovation. Rachel Augustine with the Missouri 4-H Foundation tells Brownfield the updates to the structure maintain the historic integrity of the 120-year-old building. “Increasing the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, making it safer for the the staff and the students that are staying in the building […] The post Renovated 4-H Building opens at Missouri State Fair appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Indiana Governor Mike Braun has declared a disaster emergency due to historic flooding, tornado, and derecho activity across the state. He says the Indiana Department of Homeland Security will disperse funds for impacted communities under the state’s Disaster Relief Fund program. On Friday, Braun requested a Presidential Emergency Declaration through FEMA to bring additional federal […] The post Indiana declares disaster emergency after historic flooding damages crops and communities appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The recently retired Iowa FFA state president says the Iowa State Fair gives members a unique opportunity to showcase their hard work and achievements. Chloe Zittergruen wrapped up her term as state president in April, and she tells Brownfield she’s always looked forward to the prep work that goes into showing at the state fair. […] The post Retired Iowa FFA state president reflects on importance of Iowa State Fair appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story