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House Ways and Means take a closer look at ag trade

Friday, July 14 by Brownfield Ag News

The chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee says lawmakers are going to take a more active approach in the creation of new trade deals. Jason Smith, a U.S. Congressman from Missouri, tells Brownfield “we’re trying to push this administration and the Office... Read More.

A closer look at beef consumption trends

Wednesday, June 14 by Brownfield Ag News

The USDA has projected domestic beef consumption to decline for both 2023 and 2024. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights says that could spell trouble for the cattle industry and the overall farm economy. “We have less pounds of beef being demanded or... Read More.

El Niño is getting closer

Monday, June 5 by Brownfield Ag News

An atmospheric scientist says the widespread rains in the weekend weather forecast across the central and eastern Corn Belt could kick off the full El Niño weather pattern. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions says El Niño is developing quickly and it will bring... Read More.

A closer look at consumer trends

Monday, June 5 by Brownfield Ag News

Ag economists look at several reports to see how consumer confidence is holding up – especially in times of economic uncertainty. So why do those reports matter to the ag industry – including farmers and ranchers? Scott Brown with the University of Missouri says... Read More.

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House Ways and Means take a closer look at ag trade

A closer look at beef consumption trends

El Niño is getting closer

A closer look at consumer trends

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