Climatologist gives update on Mississippi, Ohio River levels
A climatologist says water levels along some portions of the Mississippi River have increased due to recent rain events stemming from Hurricane Helene. Dennis Todey says the higher river levels […]
Up day for soybeans, corn, wheat
Soybeans were modestly higher on fund and technical buying. Near-term harvest conditions generally look favorable for much of the region, but parts of the southeast will see ongoing delays as […]
Ambassador McKalip discusses port strike situation
The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office has been monitoring the ongoing port strike situation along the East and Gulf Coasts. Chief ag negotiator Doug McKalip tells Brownfield a resolution is needed […]
Biden admin announces $26.7B in market access for U.S. ag producers
Pictured: Chief Ag Negotiator Doug McKalip (Brownfield photo) The chief ag negotiator in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative says the Biden administration has secured more than $26.7 billion […]
October is Pork Month
October is Pork Month and Minnesota Pork Producers Association president Daryl Timmerman tells Brownfield the industry has a lot to celebrate. “It’s a great opportunity to think about folks in […]
Soybean crush, corn for ethanol use down on month
The U.S. soybean crush was down in August. The USDA says 168 million bushels of soybeans were crushed during August 2024, falling 25 million from July and 1 million from […]
Farmer sentiment drops to its lowest level since 2016
Purdue University ag economist says farmers sentiment has reached it’s lowest level since 2016 in the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. He says the decline can be attributed to […]
National Nematode Day
Today is National Nematode Day. Ohio State University soybean pathologist Horacio Lopez-Nicora says the SCN Coalition strategically selected October first to bring attention to soybean cyst nematode. “It’s when most […]
Illinois cattle producer optimistic
A north central Illinois producer says things are going well in the cattle industry. David Mool, who raises beef cattle and row crops in McLean County, says he’s optimistic the […]
Bipartisan cohort of U.S. lawmakers form Sustainable Aviation Caucus
A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators has formed the Sustainable Aviation Caucus to aid in the advancement of the industry. Kansas Republican Jerry Moran will serve as the caucus chair… […]
