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USDA steps up fight against HPAI with on-site audits
USDA steps up fight against HPAI with on-site audits - Brownfield Ag News
The USDA says it is taking steps in the battle against highly pathogenic avian influenza. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Vaden says cases of HPAI have been on the rise, and the department is...
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November 17, 2025 at 2:04 PM
USDA steps up fight against HPAI with on-site audits
Farm Progress America, November 17, 2025
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November 17, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Farm Progress America, November 17, 2025
Global cotton production increases, demand remains low
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November 17, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Global cotton production increases, demand remains low
2 options for fertilizer strategy in tough year
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November 17, 2025 at 1:19 PM
2 options for fertilizer strategy in tough year
Markets are bubbling over with butterfat
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November 17, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Markets are bubbling over with butterfat
7 ways to wind up in court over a farmland lease
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November 17, 2025 at 12:49 PM
7 ways to wind up in court over a farmland lease
Purdue Top Farmer Conference 2026 tackles tariffs and market outlook
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November 17, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Purdue Top Farmer Conference 2026 tackles tariffs and market outlook
Young farm mothers: Slow down and cherish these fleeting moments in your busy agricultural life
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November 17, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Young farm mothers: Slow down and cherish these fleeting moments in your busy agricultural life
Real health insurance options for farm families
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November 17, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Real health insurance options for farm families
ISVMA Presents Awards for Veterinary Excellence - Morning Ag Clips
ISVMA Presents Awards for Veterinary Excellence
ISVMA announces its annual award recipients, recognizing Illinois veterinary and industry professionals who provide compassionate care
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November 17, 2025 at 12:49 AM
ISVMA Presents Awards for Veterinary Excellence - Morning Ag Clips
Johnson named director of government relations, strategy for Illinois Soybean Association
Johnson named director of government relations, strategy for Illinois Soybean Association
The Illinois Soybean Association recently named Kevin "KJ" Johnson as director of government relations and strategy.
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November 16, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Johnson named director of government relations, strategy for Illinois Soybean Association
Adams County hemp farm braces for future after THC restrictions
Adams County hemp farm braces for future after THC restrictions
The federal spending bill that ended America’s longest government shutdown marks the beginning of a different battle for Cole Cramm, an Adams County hemp farmer.
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November 16, 2025 at 4:49 AM
Adams County hemp farm braces for future after THC restrictions
FFA Chapter Tribute: Meredith Rude, Nebraska State FFA Vice President
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November 15, 2025 at 12:49 PM
FFA Chapter Tribute: Meredith Rude, Nebraska State FFA Vice President
This Week in Agribusiness, November 15, 2025
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November 15, 2025 at 12:34 PM
This Week in Agribusiness, November 15, 2025
Illinois Farm Bureau offering grants to improve communities
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November 15, 2025 at 4:34 AM
Illinois Farm Bureau offering grants to improve communities
Cannabis advocate warns hemp ban could flood Illinois with unregulated products | ChicagoLIVE
Cannabis advocate warns hemp ban could flood Illinois with unregulated products | ChicagoLIVE
Tiffany Ingram from the Cannabis Business Association of Illinois tells ChicagoLIVE that the state’s new hemp ban could hurt licensed cannabis businesses — e...
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November 15, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Cannabis advocate warns hemp ban could flood Illinois with unregulated products | ChicagoLIVE
Full SNAP benefits to resume this month after government shutdown ends
Full SNAP benefits to resume this month after government shutdown ends
Article Summary SNAP benefits have resumed in Illinois, with recipients set to receive the rest of their November benefits over
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November 15, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Full SNAP benefits to resume this month after government shutdown ends
Federal Hemp Ban Sends Shockwaves Through Farmers, Small Businesses, and Consumers Nationwide
Federal Hemp Ban Sends Shockwaves Through Farmers, Small Businesses, and Consumers Nationwide
A sweeping new federal spending law that reopened the government has effectively outlawed most hemp-derived products in the United States — a move that growers, small businesses, and consumers say will...
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November 15, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Federal Hemp Ban Sends Shockwaves Through Farmers, Small Businesses, and Consumers Nationwide
AI is on the farm, but who’s accountable?
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November 15, 2025 at 12:49 AM
AI is on the farm, but who’s accountable?
USDA supply and demand report returns after shutdown, Deputy Secretary says its crucial for market decisions
USDA supply and demand report returns after shutdown, Deputy Secretary says its crucial for market decisions - Brownfield Ag News
The Deputy Secretary of Agriculture says Friday’s release of the supply and demand report from the USDA comes at a crucial time. In an interview with Brownfield, Stephen Vaden said the markets need...
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November 15, 2025 at 12:34 AM
USDA supply and demand report returns after shutdown, Deputy Secretary says its crucial for market decisions
Cattle, hog futures higher to finish the week
Cattle, hog futures higher to finish the week - Brownfield Ag News
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were supported by an oversold bounce. December live cattle closed $.15 higher at $219.15 and February live cattle closed $.57 higher at $219.52. ...
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November 15, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Cattle, hog futures higher to finish the week
Soybeans, corn, and wheat down Friday as USDA adjusts yields, stocks, and global outlooks
Soybeans, corn, and wheat down Friday as USDA adjusts yields, stocks, and global outlooks - Brownfield Ag News
Soybeans were sharply lower on fund and technical selling, while still closing higher for the week. The USDA did lower U.S. yield and production slightly, while cutting ending stocks to 290 million bushels,...
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November 15, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Soybeans, corn, and wheat down Friday as USDA adjusts yields, stocks, and global outlooks
Reaching out matters: warning signs of farmer stress highlighted by extension specialist
Reaching out matters: warning signs of farmer stress highlighted by extension specialist - Brownfield Ag News
An extension mental health specialist says farmers can exhibit signs of stress in many ways. Emily Krekelberg with the University of Minnesota tells Brownfield it’s important to remember stress looks...
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November 14, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Reaching out matters: warning signs of farmer stress highlighted by extension specialist
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 14, 2025
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 14, 2025 - Brownfield Ag News
Dec. corn $4.30 and 1/4, down 11 and 1/4 centsJan. soybeans $11.24 and 1/2, down 22 and 1/2 centsDec. soybean meal $322.50, down $5.90Dec. soybean oil 50.15, down 10 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $5.27 and...
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November 14, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 14, 2025
Solar research to explore land use and farming integration
Solar research to explore land use and farming integration - Brownfield Ag News
A new research project will study how solar arrays affect surrounding ecosystems and identify how they can coexist in agriculture. Research lead Anthony Kendall at Michigan State University tells Brownfield...
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November 14, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Solar research to explore land use and farming integration