August 25, 2026

An ag economist says he doesn’t expect much relief from high diesel prices anytime soon. Gregg Ibendahl with K-State says the cost of oil can push diesel up about 42 cents for every dollar it increases. “It’s a pretty steep curve over what it used to be. It makes the situation really bad. We’re in […] The post High diesel costs continue to pressure farmers, supply chain appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

An ag land specialist suggests the market could strengthen after harvest. Randy Thompson is licensed in Iowa for Base Camp Country Real Estate, which operates in about a dozen Midwestern states. “I think that there’s still a lot of strong bidding out there from local landowners (and) there’s a younger influx that wants to grow […] The post Ag land expert sees room for farmland values to rise this fall appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

A policy advisor for the American Dairy Coalition says USMCA negotiators need to ensure trade rules keep pace with changes in the North American dairy market. Sherry Bunting tells Brownfield, “There’s a lot of integration that has happened since NAFTA and USMCA in agriculture, and dairy had some integration too. “Two of our largest cheese […] The post Protein demand could resolve surplus concerns in USMCA talks appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation says finding a solution to the industry’s labor challenges remains a top priority. Gregg Doud says a bill from Congressman GT Thompson, chairman of the House Ag Committee, released in June, would provide the industry a long-overdue solution. “It is so much better than anything we’ve ever […] The post Doud backs Thompson’s plan to address ag labor challenges appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

There’s potential for some corn and soybean varieties to be in tight supply next year.  “Our seed crop here in Sun Prairie looks excellent. Is it a best ever? I don’t know, but it’s really close.” However, Jeff Renk, president of Wisconsin-based Renk Seed, says that’s not the case for many seed production areas this […] The post Production challenges could lead to 2027 seed supply concerns appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

High fertilizer prices remain a concern as farmers prepare to make fall applications. Corey Rosenbusch, president and CEO of The Fertilizer Institute, says ongoing supply chain disruptions continue to impact the availability and cost of some inputs. “Half of the world’s traded sulfur comes through the Strait,” he says. “With continued restrictions, damage to those […] The post Global supply chain issues pressuring fertilizer prices ahead of 2026 fall application season appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Facing challenges that threaten yield potential is a constant battle for farmers and their crops. In this Hoegemeyer Hometown Field Update, agronomist Craig Langemeier says the company’s latest genetics provide farmers with a selection of hybrids for all conditions. The post Hoegemeyer Hometown Field Update – Madrid, NE appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Corn and rice harvest is underway in Arkansas, and other parts of the Delta. In eastern Arkansas, Nathan Reed tells Brownfield farmers are pleased with corn yields. “I think it’s the best corn crop I’ve ever had. First time in three years I’m positive going into harvest with a good crop and better prices,” he […] The post Arkansas corn, rice harvest underway with strong early yields appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story