Victims identified in fatal Glenwood shootings
The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation is releasing more information on a shooting and fire in Glenwood. The shooting victims have been identified as 38-year-old Brandon Oman, who died at […]
Ag students want experience
The new manager of the Western Illinois University farm says many of today’s ag students want real-world experience. Adam Bensman, an Ohio native who graduated from WIU in May, says […]
Sugar producers see wins in OBBBA
American Sugar Alliance leaders say improved U.S. sugar policy is a step forward in improving the economic viability of growers. Director of Economics and Policy Analysis Rob Johansson tells Brownfield sugar supplies […]
Cattle futures sharply higher heading into Friday
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were sharply higher, supported by the recent strength in boxed beef, ahead of widespread direct business. October live cattle closed $2.57 […]
The impact of cull cow prices on herd expansion
An ag economist says rising prices for cull cows could hinder expansion of the U.S. cattle herd. Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension says two-dollar cull cow prices are […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: August 7, 2025
Sep. corn closed at $3.84 and 1/2, up 4 and 3/4 centsSep. soybeans closed at $9.74, up 8 and 1/2 centsSep. soybean meal closed at $276.10, up $3.50Sep. soybean oil […]
Lead Food Capital invests in DF Seeds’ future
Michigan-based DF Seeds has announced it has been acquired by Lead Food Capital. DF Seeds President Janna Fritz tells Brownfield it’s the first acquisition by the Indiana-based investment company. “We’ve experienced […]
Soybeans, corn, wheat bounce off recent lows
Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying. Contracts are oversold, but gains were limited by big 2025 crop expectations. While there’s still a chance for August and September […]
A new CEO for pipeline developer Summit Carbon Solutions
The company planning to build a carbon pipeline through Iowa and neighboring states has a new leadership team. The Iowa Capitol Dispatch was first to report that Joe Griffin, the […]
Northern Iowa coach accused of sexual exploitation of a minor
A northern Iowa girls’ track coach has been arrested and faces felony charges of sexual exploitation of a minor and grooming. Skyler Ahrens has been placed on administrative leave from […]
