Dairy economist expects offsets to new higher FMMO make allowances
A dairy economist says in time, he’s expecting producer milk checks will have more premiums for components, which will help offset processor make allowance deductions. Marin Bozic with the University […]
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Soybeans, corn continue to watch South American weather
Soybeans were higher on speculative and technical buying. Near-term forecasts for parts of Argentina and southern Brazil are dry, potentially stressing crops. There’s also more rain in the forecast for […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 29, 2025
Mar. corn closed at $4.97, up 11 and 3/4 centsMar. soybeans closed at $10.60 and 1/2, up 15 and 1/2 centsMar. soybean meal closed at $309.80, up $8.20Mar. soybean oil […]
Kennedy talks ag during confirmation hearing
The Trump administration’s nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services was fielding questions about his stance on ag issues from the U.S. Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday. Robert F. […]
Another rise in broiler sets, placements
The USDA’s reporting another year-over-year gain in broiler sets and placements as producers try to meet demand. 249.708 million broiler-type eggs entered incubation last week, rising 1.745 million on the […]
Iowa Pork seeks FAD resources during Iowa Legislative Session
The Iowa Pork Producers Association is tracking some animal health issues during the ongoing Iowa Legislative Session. IPPA Public Policy Director Ben Nuelle says, “One of our top priorities at […]
Assessing the brief U.S.-Colombia dispute
An ag economist says he’s keeping a close eye on tensions between the U.S. and Colombia. University of Missouri’s Ben Brown says Colombia is a major importer of U.S. ethanol. […]
Gains in the soybean market
An ag economist says the soybean market has seen some recent strength. University of Missouri’s Ben Brown says, “It was driven partially due to a delay in any type of […]
Measuring time: the next four years
Commentary I love living in a part of the country where we get four seasons every year. However, I would be willing to trade in a few of the colder […]
