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GROWMARK announces plans for ag biologicals plant in St. Louis

GROWMARK has announced it will construct a state-of-the-art biological crop input manufacturing facility at the site of its St. Louis, Missouri-based AgraForm facility. The new biologicals plant will focus on manufacturing biological crop inputs for agricultural companies that either do not have their own ...
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Asian Copperleaf identified in Illinois

A professor of weed sciences at the University of Illinois has confirmed the presence of Asian copperleaf in the northwestern part of the state. Aaron Hager says little is known about the invasive weed that's also been found in Iowa and New York. "Very ...
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Ag partnerships help Illinois pork producers double food bank donations

The executive director of the Illinois Pork Producers Association says a long-standing partnership among several agricultural organizations is helping to feed those in need this holiday season. Jennifer Tirey says the Illinois Pork Power program has donated over 100,000 pounds of ground pork to ...
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Illinois farmer credits conservation practices for field’s resiliency to weather extremes

A north central Illinois farmer says that long-term use of conservation practices is helping his fields cope with weather extremes. Brian Corkill, who farms in Henry County, says cover crops and minimal tillage have increased his soil's water-holding capacity. "I don't even think we ...
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Illinois livestock economist urges price protection despite strong cattle markets

An assistant professor at the University of Illinois says increased volatility in the cattle markets is leading more producers to explore risk management strategies. Brittney Goodrich, who specializes in livestock for the FarmDoc team, tells Brownfield, "Even in these times where we have really ...
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University of Illinois economist expects low, steady commodity prices in 2026

An agricultural economist at the University of Illinois says he expects commodity prices to remain low and stable in 2026. Joe Janzen says trade uncertainties and a large U.S. corn and soybean crop mean there's not much room for improvement in prices. "USDA did ...
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Tight margins drive closer review of nitrogen management practices for 2026

A farm management specialist at the University of Illinois says high nitrogen prices have many farmers rethinking their application strategy heading into 2026. Gary Schnitkey says research through Precision Conservation Management (PCM) shows that following the recommended Maximum Return to Nitrogen (MRTN) rate helps ...
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Iowa farmers call for crop input prices to reflect today’s ag economy

A pair of Iowa farmers want to see crop input prices better reflect the current ag economy. Cordt Holub grows corn and soybeans south of Waterloo and says the high cost of seed, fertilizer, and chemicals is pinching his bottom line. "How are we ...
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Conservation a top priority for northeast Iowa cow-calf producer

A northeast Iowa cattle producer says conservation is one of his biggest priorities. Damien Matt operates a cow-calf operation in Fayette County and says, "We're trying to move cows daily to fresh grass, allowing for a maximum amount of regrowth behind them. We've also ...
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Experts say 2025 farm income hinges on combined bridge payments and safety net programs

The $11 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance Program from the USDA is likely to change next year's income forecast for most grain farmers. Gary Schnitkey, farm management specialist with the University of Illinois, says official details of the program haven't been released, but projections show ...
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45Z tax credits set to bring windfall to ethanol plants

Major changes to the 45Z tax credit are set to go into effect at the end of the month. Scott Irwin, ag economist at the University of Illinois, ...
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Iowa farmer urges long-term support after meeting with President Trump

An Iowa farmer who joined President Trump to announce a bridge payment program suggests the administration knows more help is needed. Cordt Holub says he sat next to the President during a roundtable Tuesday and then visited the Oval Office. "He was all ears. ...
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