Governor issues executive order on antisemitism for Iowa universities
Governor Kim Reynolds has signed an executive order that directs the Iowa Board of Regents to ensure that the University of Iowa, Iowa State University and the University of Northern […]
Rainfall, crop conditions vary along Illinois-Wisconsin line
USDA says most Wisconsin crops remain in good condition after a week of mixed weather conditions. Just over three days were suitable for fieldwork in the week ending Sunday. Mike […]
Minnesota farmer says crops are behind and fields are weedy
A southeast Minnesota farmer is concerned weeds could get a foothold on soybeans. Ben Storm of Dover spoke to Brownfield Monday, the first day he’s been able to apply post-emergence […]
Good crop conditions in Southern Michigan
A southern Michigan farmer says crops look pretty good and disease pressure has been limited after the slow start to the growing season. Brian Preston tells Brownfield, “I don’t think […]
85% of Iowa corn called good to excellent
An eastern Iowa farmer says his corn crop is off to an unprecedented start. Billie Danner is from the West Liberty area. “Just looks so good that we don’t want […]
Adverse weather stymies in-season fieldwork across southern Minnesota
Farmers in southern Minnesota have been dealing with windy and wet conditions as they worked to finish postemergence herbicide applications. Farm management analyst Kent Thiesse with Green Solutions Group says […]
Highway 75 Construction Progressing North
Highway 75 road construction in Sioux Center is set to move further to the north beginning today (Monday). The road closure will extend from the downtown stoplight intersection to north […]
Soybeans, corn, wheat mixed after USDA numbers
Soybeans were mixed. The USDA had planted area at 83.38 million acres, below March, contrary to many estimates ahead of these numbers, and down 4% on the year. Still, the […]
Break in weather brings planting progress in southeastern Illinois
A break in the weather has finally brought busy times for a southeastern Illinois farmer. “We’re really a month behind. Everything we’re doing now should have been done the 1st […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: June 30, 2025
Jul. corn closed at $4.20 and 1/2, up 3 centsJul. soybeans closed at $10.24 and 1/4, down 3 and 1/2 centsJul. soybean meal closed at $271.30, up 20 centsJul. soybean […]
