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Reynolds signs Iowa Farm Act, Farm to Faucet water quality package into law

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed some key ag-related bills into law on Monday. Reynolds says the Iowa Farm Act is the state's first-of-its-kind farm bill. "This legislation expands economic opportunities by modernizing farm zoning exemptions in the state's agritourism framework," she said. "Strengthens Iowa ...
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Higher nitrogen prices could sting growers this fall

Many farmers are concerned about what fertilizer might cost this fall. Josh Hitzhusen grows corn and soybeans near Rockwell in northern Iowa and says he hasn't looked too close at prices yet. "I've heard some rumors of 32 percent being nearly a dollar a ...
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Grower concerned about dry conditions in eastern Iowa

An eastern Iowa farmer says his 2026 planting season was successful. But Lance Lillibridge tells Brownfield he's concerned about drought conditions. "We're all done with planting and we've got emergence. Things look pretty good," he said, "but we are hurting for rain. We got ...
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Managing risk top of mind in cattle industry

Record cattle prices have more producers considering risk management strategies than ever. Ted Prehn is a southern Illinois cattle producer and processor. "This market has gone up for the last three years, and will it correct itself?" He says, "Sure, I'm certain ...
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Herd improvement focus of Illinois Beef Quality Showcase

Some beef producers are focusing on improving the quality of their herds. Shannon Welsh, president of the Illinois Beef Association, says the organization's Beef Quality Showcase is a partnership with the University of Illinois that feeds out donated steers from producers across the state. ...
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‘To replant or not to replant?’ Farmers face difficult decisions

The decision to replant can often be one of the most difficult for row crop farmers. Stine Seed agronomist Tom Larson calls it an emotional process. "To replant or not to replant? I've seen where you'll throw some flags out there and try to ...
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Gov. Reynolds signs bill supporting ethanol-powered ag equipment

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a bill intended to expand the use of ag equipment fueled by higher ethanol blends. "Senate File 2493 eliminates the excise tax on fuels containing more than 85% by volume of ethanol when purchased for use in agricultural ...
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Weather hurdles persist despite strong Iowa corn and soybean progress

Adverse weather conditions are complicating early season weed control efforts. Cordt Holub grows corn and soybeans in east central Iowa. "So of course the battle with weed control always comes, how do you fit the sprayer into days that are not windy? Of course, ...
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Illinois planting season entering the home stretch

An eastern Illinois farmer says most of the corn and soybean planting is wrapped up in his area. KJ Johnson, who grows corn and soybeans in Champaign and Vermilion Counties, tells Brownfield, "We finished up before the rain, and we've been getting nice rain." ...
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Illinois farmer expects early wheat harvest, timely double crop planting

A southeastern Illinois farmer says wheat harvest is likely only a few weeks away. Don Guinnip, who farms in Clark County, tells Brownfield... "The wheat looks great." He says, "I've never seen my wheat head out in April. We put the fungicide on. ...
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Some farmers weighing replant decisions

A field agronomist with Burrus Seed says some growers in his territory are dealing with replant situations. Chris Brown, who covers the eastern two thirds of Illinois and southern half of Wisconsin, says extreme weather events have caused challenges. "Most of the replant I've ...
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Revised 2026 crop budgets a mixed bag for farmers

A farm management specialist with the University of Illinois says revisions to 2026 crop budgets are mixed news for growers. Dr. Gary Schnitkey says the positive side is projected revenues have increased since January's projections. "Our corn price is now at $4.50. That's a ...
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