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‘Scary dry’ conditions limiting fall tillage in western Illinois

A Dekalb / Asgrow agronomist says the late-season drought continues to have an impact. "It is scary dry." Lance Tarochione, who covers western Illinois, says many farmers are still waiting for rain. "In some cases, it's actually so dry people are not doing some ...
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Northern Illinois farmer says 2025 crop yields strong despite disease pressure

A northern Illinois farmer says it was a good growing season in his area. Brian Duncan, who farms in Ogle County and currently serves as the Illinois Farm Bureau president, tells Brownfield... "Disease took the extreme top end off." He says, "I think ...
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Eastern Iowa corn yields swing widely amid weather and disease pressures

Many corn farmers are seeing large yield swings this harvest. Dalton Webster, an agronomic service representative with Syngenta, says weather and disease pressure were major factors in eastern Iowa. "Absolutely huge differences, sometimes from one farm to the next or even within a field. ...
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Iowa Soybean Association president pushes for streamlined farm bill despite delays

The president of the Iowa Soybean Association remains hopeful Congress can pass a skinny farm bill. Tom Adam, who farms near Keota, says the government shutdown isn't helping. "Certainly something we're looking forward to getting across the finish line this year if at all ...
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Wind damage and disease leave some Illinois corn fields nearly unharvestable

An agronomist with Dekalb / Asgrow says farmers in his area are struggling with downed corn. Lance Tarochione, who's based in western Illinois, says a perfect storm of drought and disease has wrought havoc with the crops left in the field. "I'm not sure ...
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Beef specialists say bull genetics critical to rebuilding cattle herd

A University of Illinois beef specialist says bull genetics will be key in rebuilding the U.S. cattle herd. Travis Meteer, who manages the Illinois Performance-Tested Bull Sale held every February at the Illinois Beef Expo, tells Brownfield, "What we really pride ourselves on is ...
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Illinois Farm Bureau president says ag assistance package still needed amid market disruption

The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau says the organization believes a proposed agricultural assistance package remains warranted. Brian Duncan, who farms in Ogle County, says improvements in the farm safety net are coming thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, but... "I ...
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Western Smokehouse Partners expanding Illinois operations to meet protein demand

The COO of Western Smokehouse Partners says the world's largest producer of better-for-you meat sticks is expanding. Doug Hankes says the company has invested $72 million in two facilities in Galesburg, Illinois, to help meet growing demand for a healthier protein option. "Better for ...
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Illinois Farm Bureau president says cattle producers need stable, transparent markets amid import debate

The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau says the organization's membership is worried about recent developments in the cattle industry. Brian Duncan, who farms in Ogle County, tells Brownfield, "I got several phone calls when the Argentina beef importation was announced." He says, ...
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Iowa Congressman calls for emergency aid, expanded markets for farmers

A U.S. Congressman suggests while farmers aren't seeking bailouts, emergency federal assistance is needed. Iowa Republican Zach Nunn says expanding market access would be ideal. "That's both internationally, as the President just showed in his Asia trip. But it's also domestically, something the Biden ...
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Drought trimmed some soybean yields, but overall year called successful by western Illinois farmer

A western Illinois farmer was thrilled with his 2025 crops. Terry Smith, who grows corn and soybeans in Adams County, tells Brownfield... "It's been a very successful year, it seems like in yields." He says, "My flat ground had some drowned out issues. ...
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New trade frameworks offering little support for corn market

The co-founder of AgMarket.net says recently announced trade frameworks haven't done much for the corn market. Matt Bennett tells Brownfield, "It's probably a longer-term play when you look at corn." He says, "Corn has just kind of chopped around here. We've gone up ...
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