The U.S. Justice Department has opened an investigation into allegations that four of the major U.S. poultry processors conspired to fix prices. The processors, including Tyson Foods, Pilgrim’s Pride, and Sanderson Farms, allegedly increased the prices of broiler chickens. The processors have denied the accusations. The DOJ asked the U.S. District Court for the Northern …
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Jun 27
Trump: US-China trade deal is possible
President Trump says a trade deal with China is possible but he’s happy with the way things were going. During an interview with Fox Business, Trump said he’s prepared to implement more tariffs on Chinese goods if they don’t reach an agreement. But, he says he may impose a lower 10 percent tariff on …
Jun 27
Minnesota farmer gets creative with feedstuffs
A Minnesota cow/calf farmer is getting creative to ensure his cattle remain well fed. Brady Wulf of Hancock says forage availability will be a concern the rest of the year because of poor spring weather. “It just drives you too be more innovative.” He tells Brownfield he used to believe corn silage was the only …
Jun 27
China buys U.S. ag goods ahead of G20
The USDA says China made significant purchases of U.S. agricultural goods during the week ending June 20th. Beijing bought more than 10,000 tons of U.S. pork, nearly 80,000 tons of soybeans, and almost 50,000 tons of sorghum for this marketing year, in addition to more than 60,000 tons of U.S. beans for next marketing year. …
Jun 27
Trade disputes harm U.S. reputation
An ag policy professor is concerned the reputation of the U.S. as an exporter is being irreparably harmed by trade disputes started by the Trump Administration. Jonathan Coppess at the University of Illinois says the world is watching as the President damages relationships with long time partners like Canada and Mexico. And he says a …
Jun 26
Numerous hay challenges in Missouri
Hay challenges abound for Missouri producers. With the near constant rain, MU Extension forage specialist Craig Roberts tells Brownfield Ag News, “By the time our hay was cut this year it was too mature, so there’s some mature hay put up. There’s some hay that will be put up that will be moldy. Also, we …
Jun 26
Just say thanks!
Commentary. In recent weeks I’ve received emails, texts and phone calls inquiring about my interest in sponsoring banners, trophies and/or offering cash donations for prize money for various competitions at county and state fairs and other events. Some of those inquiries were for a sponsorship from Brownfield and others were requesting financial support from our …
Jun 26
Chinese importers applying for tariff waivers for US pork
US Meat Export Federation economist Erin Borror says there could be a workaround so US pork headed into China no longer faces tariffs. She says Chinese importers are preparing applications for waivers on import tariffs for more than 700 goods imported from the US. “Beef and pork were on the eligible products list,” she says. …
Jun 26
Milk production forecast lower while components remain strong
Dairy economists expect forage quality issues and rising grain prices to impact milk production in the Upper Midwest and Northeast. “Corn is now $4.50 a bushel, way up, and soybeans so we’re looking at higher feed costs and farmers have culled more cows, less heifers—you’re not looking at any big expansion in milk production this …
Jun 26
Most USDA ERS employees say they won’t move to KC
A survey by the American Federal Government Employees says nearly 70 percent of the USDA’s Economic Research Service say they will leave the agency instead of moving to Kansas City. The transition from Washington D.C. to Kansas City would move more than 550 jobs. The ERS along with employees of the National Institute of Food …