The Federal Reserve says farmland values in the Midwest during the third quarter have remained stable. Senior business economist David Oppedahl in the Chicago District tells Brownfield credit concerns among lenders are growing. “With the current revenues being very challenging, [farmers] would like to extend loans and are having a harder time repaying loans at the …
Nov 15
ISU says South Korea the “star market” for U.S. pork
Pork producers and industry officials from Iowa are on a trade mission in southeast Asia, visiting Japan and now South Korea. Pat McGonegle, CEO of the Iowa Pork Producers Association, says both countries view U.S. pork as a very high-quality product, “So that’s been important to us but we’re also in a very competitive market. Other countries, …
Nov 15
Brett Eldredge, Martina McBride & more to help light NYC’s Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
NBC UniversalIt’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and several country stars will help celebrate the occasion by taking part in the annual lighting of New York City’s famed Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. Brett Eldredge, Marina McBride and Kellie Pickler will help kick off the holidays with performances on NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center, airing on November 28 at 8 …
Nov 15
Brad Paisley, Keith Urban & more country stars reflect on Roy Clark’s passing
Donn Jones/CMAThe country world lost a beloved member of its community today when Roy Clark died of pneumonia, and now many of his fellow country stars have issued statements or taken to their socials to express their sadness at his loss. A Country Music Hall of Fame inductee and Grand Ole Opry member, Roy was well known …
Nov 15
GoFundMe campaign to help homeless vet was ‘predicated on a lie,’ prosecutor says
ABC News(BURLINGTON COUNTY, N.J.) — The “heartwarming tale” of a New Jersey couple helping drug-addicted homeless veteran Johnny Bobbitt was “predicated on a lie,” designed to dupe thousands of people into contributing to a GoFundMe campaign, a prosecutor said Thursday. Bobbitt, and the couple, Kate McClure and Mark D’Amico, allegedly conspired to concoct a story …
Nov 15
After skipping CMA Awards, Vince Gill postpones concert dates due to kidney stones
ABC/Image Group LAVince Gill was scheduled to perform on Wednesday’s CMA Awards with Ricky Skaggs but had to cancel his appearance because he’s being treated for kidney stones. The two singers and longtime friends were planning on performing Ricky’s “Highway 40 Blues” together, but after Vince had to bow out, Keith Urban and Brothers Osborne‘s John Osborne stepped in. Vince’s publicist tells ABC …
Nov 15
Farm Bill leaders ramp up intensity as negotiations continue
A Farm Bureau official is skeptical of reports saying Mike Conaway remains at odds with the other three principle leaders as farm bill negotiations continue. Andrew Walmsley tells Brownfield he believes the Texas Congressman is seeking middle ground with Collin Peterson, Pat Roberts, and Debbie Stabenow. “I think Mr. Conaway eluded to this recently that …
Nov 15
Kenny Chesney is proud of CMA Award-winning hit “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright”
Reviver Entertainment GroupKenny Chesney wasn’t able to make it to the CMA Awards last night due to a death in his family but that didn’t stop the singer from congratulating his friend and duet partner, David Lee Murphy, on their trophy. Ahead of the broadcast, the longtime collaborators were named CMA Musical Event of the Year for …
Nov 15
Nor’easter bringing many Northeast residents their first snowfall of the season
ABC News(NEW YORK) — A Nor’easter is churning up the East Coast Thursday, bringing many Northeast cities their first snowfall of the season.Washington, D.C. The snow has already hit the Washington, D.C., area, coating roadways with ice and sleet. Over 1.5 inches have already been reported in the area so far. Rain is expected to …
Nov 15
Midland releases “East Bound and Down” following CMA Awards performance
ABC/Image Group LAMidland performed a spirited cover of “East Bound and Down” last night during the CMA Awards. Following their appearance, the band has made the song available for purchase. “‘East Bound and Down’ is a balls to the wall, honky tonk, fast tempo tornado of a song that was a great challenge to master and …