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Iowa’s governor appoints nuclear energy task force
Governor Kim Reynolds has appointed a task force to advise state officials and lawmakers on nuclear energy technology and infrastructure. Reynolds signaled this move during her “Condition of the State” […]
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Cattle, hog futures mostly higher to start the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were mostly higher, feeders were up, supported by sharply higher boxed beef during the session and getting ready for another week of business. […]
Venezuela developments could reshape global nitrogen fertilizer markets long term, analyst says
The vice president of fertilizer with Stone X Group says recent events in Venezuela could have a long-term impact on the nitrogen market. Josh Linville tells Brownfield, “Years ago, back […]
Senate bill targets Biden-era rural broadband funding
A bill filed in the U.S. Senate aims to limit rural broadband funding previously allocated under the Biden-era Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA–The Rural Broadband […]
Minnesota farm leader says tax reforms bring stability to agriculture
The president of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association is hopeful tax reforms in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will benefit his farm. Darin Johnson grows corn and soybeans near […]
Santa’s dairy consumption is significant
A dairy economist says a Christmas tradition has a noticeable impact on overall dairy consumption. Leonard Polzin with the University of Wisconsin says leaving milk and cookies for Santa Claus […]
ISU agronomist says 2025 southern rust outbreak offers lessons
An extension agronomist says southern rust was an unexpected disease pressure for growers in 2025. Meaghan Anderson with Iowa State University says southern rust impacted a large portion of the […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 5, 2026
Mar. corn $4.44 and 1/2, up 7 centsMar. soybeans $10.62, up 16 and 1/4 centsMar. soybean meal $299.90, up $3.99Mar. soybean oil 49.87, up 57 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.12 and […]