Investors fuel stable farmland market across SW Wisconsin
Strong investor interest is helping support farmland values. Compeer Financial senior appraiser Bill Mergen covers southwest Wisconsin and says the ag land market has remained steady in 2025. “You’ve got […]
Trade woes, low prices spur call for more aid
The CEO of the American Soybean Association says while the USDA’s latest ad-hoc assistance for farmers is appreciated, farmers could use more help. Stephen Censky says Congress can step in. […]
December rate cut brings relief for farmers planning 2026 borrowing
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates another quarter point this week. Ag economist Dr. Megan Roberts with Compeer Financial says the Fed is likely responding to labor market concerns. “The […]
American Biofuels Maritime Initiative targets new market opportunities as net-zero policies form
A new initiative aims to accelerate the use of U.S. biofuels in the maritime sector. President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association Geoff Cooper tells Brownfield, “It is to […]
Sioux Center Health Earns National Recognition for Nurse Communication
Sioux Center Health has been named one of Becker’s Hospital Review’s “Top Hospitals for Nurse Communication,” a national distinction based on 5-star ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid […]
Cattle futures higher watching direct business develop
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up, watching direct trade develop at sharply higher prices. February live cattle closed $2.42 higher at $230.95 and April live […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 11, 2025
Mar. corn $4.46 and 1/2, up 2 and 1/4 centsJan. soybeans $10.93 and 1/2, up 2 and 1/4 centsJan. soybean meal $302.10, up 90 centsJan soybean oil 50.82, down 27 […]
Soybeans, corn manage modestly higher finishes after CONAB Brazil numbers
Soybeans were modestly higher on short covering and technical buying. CONAB’s soybean guess for Brazil was down modestly on the month at 177.124 million tons but still record large and […]
Food economist warns tariffs are pushing prices higher as Trump targets price fixing
A food economist says the current tariff environment has been one of the most disruptive events to global food supply chains since COVID. David Ortega with Michigan State University says tariffs are increasing […]
Iowa cemeteries taking part in Wreaths Across America to honor veterans
Some 4,500 wreaths are being placed on the graves of veterans today at Memorial Park Cemetery in Sioux City as part of the “Wreaths Across America” event. Steve Ponder of […]