Wisconsin celebrates cranberry milestone during harvest
The cranberry harvest is in full swing. Wisconsin Cranberry Grower’s Association Executive Director Grant Holley tells Brownfield the recent warm days and now cooler weather has helped the berries. Holley […]
South American weather a focus for markets
A commodities economist says prices aren’t expected to move higher unless there’s a weather scare in Brazil and Argentina. Arlan Suderman with StoneX Group says that’s not expected in the […]
Cyberattacks a growing concern for ag industry
An FBI special agent says agriculture is a growing target for cyber criminals. Gene Kowel, with the FBI’s Omaha field office, says a key reason is because of the industry’s […]
Down rice and dry soybeans in the MO Bootheel
A farmer in southeast Missouri says the rice crop has been affected by the heavy rains from Tropical Storms Francine and Helene this year. Barry Bean says there’s some down […]
MSUE offers pricing strategy support
A farm management educator says a large 2023 crop is still causing issues for some farmers during harvest. Michigan State University Extension’s Jon LaPorte tells Brownfield, “A lot of people […]
Mexico buyers still interested in GM-white corn
A farmer in northwest Missouri says buyers in Mexico are still interested in GMO white corn from the United States. “Basically, they say it comes down to politics and changes […]
Cattle futures mostly higher to start the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were mostly higher Monday ahead of the week’s direct business. December live cattle closed $.35 higher at $187.92 and February lives […]
Jellyfish found in Guthrie County farm pond
It’s common to see a jellyfish along a beach in a warm weather state, but it’s unusual to find one in an Iowa farm pond. That’s what DNR fisheries biologist […]
More farmers expected to take advantage of reduced interest rates
The co-founder of Farmers Business Network says now is a good time for farmers to evaluate their finances ahead of the 2025 growing season. Charles Baron tells Brownfield he expects […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 14, 2024
Dec. corn closed at $4.08 and 1/4, down 7 and 1/2 centsNov. soybeans closed at $9.96, down 9 and 1/2 centsDec. soybean meal closed at $315.30, up 20 centsDec. soybean […]
