A southwest Iowa farmer says input costs and southern rust are some of his biggest concerns heading into the upcoming growing season. Dave McGargill raises corn and soybeans near Imogene in Fremont County. “Costs are high and (commodity) prices are low right now. It’s nothing we haven’t seen before, but it’s something you just have […]

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Minnesota Pork director of Communications Bailey Ruen says a recent promotion at a University of Minnesota men’s basketball game highlighted the “Taste What Pork Can Do” campaign. She tells Brownfield that from banner ads to a “pig” competing in a 3-point shooting contest, fans were able to experience a fun and informative atmosphere, as well […]

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An ag lender says many farmers are heading into spring in good financial shape, but tighter margins have created more stress. Brian Zimmerschied with FCS Financial in Missouri tells Brownfield the row-crop sector is dealing with lower commodity prices, high input costs and declining working capital. “A lot of farmers, particularly in northern Missouri, have […]

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Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council secretary Pat Sullivan says the Council recently wrapped up its SoyFoam: Planting to Protect campaign. He tells Brownfield the soy checkoff promotion highlighted a new market for soybeans featuring a product that’s produced at home and good for the environment. 

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