Economist says pork industry opportunities could expand in 2025
An economist says there continues to be opportunities for the U.S. pork industry in 2025. Erin Borror with the U.S. Meat Export Federation tells Brownfield… “Europe’s production is at historically […]
Stay Connected with MO Soy
Missouri Soybeans and their checkoff are developing a new strategic plan to maintain viability and effectiveness. Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council Chairman Mark Lehenbauer encourages farmers to reach out to local […]
Industry anticipates expected 45Z announcement
Industry officials say the U.S. Treasury’s declaration that guidance on the 45Z sustainable aviation fuel tax credits is expected by the end of January is a good step. However, John […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 4, 2024
Mar. corn closed at $4.30, down 2 and 1/4 centsJan. soybeans closed at $9.83 and 3/4, down 8 centsJan. soybean meal closed at $291.90, up $1.40Jan. soybean oil closed at […]
Treasury says 45Z tax guidance coming before new Trump administration
A U.S. Treasury official says renewable fuels producers will be able to take advantage of sustainable aviation fuel tax credits in 2025. Treasury spokesman Michael Martinez tells Brownfield, “Treasury anticipates […]
Soybeans, corn move lower on South American weather
Soybeans were lower on profit taking and technical selling. South American conditions are generally favorable with USDA’s updated crop production projections out on the 10th and CONAB’s new outlook for […]
Missouri farmer reflects on challenging growing season, better than expected harvest
A northwest Missouri farmer says weather challenges were the theme of his 2024 growing season. Nodaway County farmer Garrett Wood says it was the most difficult spring he’s ever experienced. […]
Better than expected harvest for North Dakota farmer
A southern North Dakota farmer says the 2024 crop year went better than expected on his farm. Josh Gackle raises 2,800 acres of soybeans, corn, wheat, and barley near Kulm. […]
Slain United Healthcare CEO was an Iowa native
There is a Iowa connection to today’s shooting of the CEO of United HealthCare in New York City. Fifty-year-old Brian Thompson was a 1993 graduate of South Hamilton High School […]
Broiler numbers hold to higher trend
Broiler hatchery numbers continue to point to higher production. The USDA says 247.672 million broiler-type eggs entered incubation last week, up 2.121 million from the prior week and 2% from […]
