Iowa GOP leaders urging Republican voters to cast ballots early
The chairman of the Iowa G-O-P says the party will spend “hundreds of thousands of dollars” on a voter turn-out effort this year. Jeff Kaufmann says getting Republicans to vote […]
Dordt 3, Morningside 2
(25-14, 25-18, 18-25, 23-25, 15-9)
Northwestern 3, Briar Cliff 0
(25-17, 25-13, 25-17)
Two Wisconsin soybean board members re-elected
Wisconsin’s soybean growers have re-elected two members to the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board. Justin Bauer, representing District 2 farms near Eau Claire, and Steve Wilkens, representing District 6 near Random […]
U of M studies linkage between soil heath and clean water
A new research project in the Western Lake Erie Basin is studying what soil health practices lead to improved water quality. Lead investigator Jennifer Blesh is with the University of […]
Live cattle mixed, waiting on direct business to develop
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were mixed, watching direct business, and feeders were lower on the higher move in corn. October lives closed $.05 lower at $179.22 and […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 4, 2024
Dec. corn closed at $4.12 and 3/4, up 3 and 1/2 centsNov. soybeans closed at $10.21 and 1/2, up 9 and 1/2 centsOct. soybean meal closed at $325.80, up $8.40Oct. […]
Risk management more critical in ag downturns
A product analyst with Country Financial says risk management is key for farmers as the ag economy slows down. Brian Davis tells Brownfield… “Crop insurance in a down price year is […]
Soybeans, corn, wheat extend gains
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying, rallying after overnight losses. The USDA’s national crop rating was down slightly on the week but is holding above a year ago. […]
Protect our Produce says federal wage mandates need to change
Eight Michigan farm groups have formed a coalition to elevate farm labor issues ahead of the November election. “We hope to leverage Michigan status as a battleground state this fall […]
