Soybeans see modestly higher Monday finish
Soybeans were modestly higher on short covering and technical buying. Beans are oversold and there was help from a higher move in bean meal. Bean meal futures were up on […]
Wisconsin wheat, hay, potato harvests continue
Most Wisconsin crops are doing well and are on schedule. The second cutting of alfalfa hay is 95% finished, and the third crop is 52% finished. Third crop is two […]
The right conditions for tar spot
A central Indiana farmer says the recent rise in temperatures is having an impact on his corn crop. Chris Cherry tells Brownfield, “We have some of our later corn that […]
Pollination issues impacting one Ohio farmer
A north central Ohio farmer says his corn crop is facing pollination issues due to tassel wrap. Owen Niese says there’s a lot of unknowns about the condition. “I cannot […]
Illinois crop ratings dip slightly, but farmer excited about potential
A central Illinois farmer says he’s excited about the promise of his 2025 crop. Josh Sawyer, who raises corn, soybeans, and cattle in Macon County, says their operation is focused […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: August 4, 2025
Sep. corn closed at $3.87, down 2 and 1/2 centsSep. soybeans closed at $9.75 and 1/4, up 5 and 3/4 centsSep. soybean meal closed at $277.00, up $6.10Sep. soybean oil […]
Farmers clearing bins ahead of harvest
A grain market analyst says farmers are starting to clear old grain out of bins to prepare for the new crop as harvest gets closer. Don Roose with U.S. Commodities […]
73% of U.S. corn, 69% of soybeans good to excellent
Not a lot of changes for the USDA’s national crop condition ratings over the past week. Development weather continues to be seen as generally favorable in much of the Midwest […]
Kansas farmer says crops are in need of a timely rain
An eastern Kansas farmer says his crops could benefit from moisture this month. Daniel Anderes tells Brownfield his corn crop got off to a great start. “Now it’s kind of […]
Get a closer look at new arena at MO State Fair
A new year-round arena is being built on the Missouri State Fairgrounds and director Jason Moore says starting this week, fairgoers can check out the progress. “We’re going to engage […]
