Puckerbrush Dispatch

Ready or Not Winter Is Here

Editor’s note: The recent cold snap was a reminder that winter is closing in and that for livestock producers, the work never pauses.

Dec 14 • Joseph L. Murphy

Taking the Long Way and Finding What We Needed

Snarled skies and uncertain forecasts forced a slight detour.

Dec 3 • Joseph L. Murphy

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November 2025

India's Changing Landscape

Last year, I travelled to India to see how the country’s rapidly developing infrastructure is reshaping its poultry and feed industry.

Nov 20 • Joseph L. Murphy

Remus Powers and the Gospel of Smoke

On any given weekend, the smell of hickory and oak seems to follow Ardie Davis like a friendly spirit.

Nov 10 • Joseph L. Murphy

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October 2025

Stella Thomas is Sowing Seeds of Change

Editor’s note: On the eve of the 2025 Borlaug Dialogue and the World Food Prize, it’s important to remember the farmers who strive to grow safe…

Oct 20 • Joseph L. Murphy

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A Full Tank and No Plan

Last weekend, I woke up early and decided to head out and catch the sunrise.

Oct 11 • Joseph L. Murphy

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Modern (Farm) Family

I’ve always been drawn to the importance of farm families.

Oct 3 • Joseph L. Murphy

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September 2025

U.S. Soy Celebrated During Virginia Trade Team Visit

A Central American trade team discovered more than sustainability practices and soybean fields during their visit to the rolling landscape of Virginia.

Sep 22 • Joseph L. Murphy

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game for Soybeans, Peanuts and Cracker Jack

As the Major League Baseball season reaches its peak, thousands of Americans will head to ballparks to celebrate America’s pastime.

Sep 5 • Joseph L. Murphy

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August 2025

Summer Fading

It hit me this week.

Aug 29 • Joseph L. Murphy

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French farmer looks to the future with help from the Global Farmer Network

In the southern heartlands of France, where rolling meadows and cover crops blanket 250 acres, Sarah Singla stands at the forefront of a quiet…

Aug 1 • Joseph L. Murphy

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July 2025

Loss, Fireworks and Family

Twenty-four years ago, I found myself backstage at Riverboat Days in Clinton, Iowa, covering the town celebration for the Clinton Herald.

Jul 4 • Joseph L. Murphy

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