John has been with Brownfield Ag News since October 2002, reporting on the commodity markets, statistical reports, and the broader market. A native of Des Moines, Iowa, John is the second generation from the family farm and a second-generation agricultural journalist. John came to Brownfield after attending Iowa State University, while spending several years with Iowa State University Extension Market News, working in ag radio since 1996. When he’s not reporting the markets, John enjoys gardening, cooking, and several other hobbies.