Advisor calls 2026 “a gift” for crop insurance
A crop insurance expert says many program changes coupled with busy USDA staff will lead to some risk management advantages for farmers this growing season. Cole Patrick at Compeer tells […]
Cattle, lean hog futures higher on Monday
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle futures were sharply higher Monday, supported by tight supplies, strong beef demand, and the recent direct cash business. Last week’s USDA […]
From single digits to 30’s: Upper Midwest ranchers get weather reprieve
Livestock producers in the Upper Midwest are looking forward to a reprieve from bitterly cold weather. Glenn Groth raises cattle in southeastern Minnesota. “We have had a couple frozen waters […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: February 2, 2026
Mar. corn $4.25 and 3/4, down 2 and 1/2 centsMar. soybeans $10.60 and 1/4, down 4 centsMar. soybean meal $294.50, up 90 centsMar. soybean oil 53.20, down 31 pointsMar. Chicago […]
NCBA says increased sterile fly production is critical to stop NWS from reaching the U.S. border
New World screwworm has been inching closer to the U.S. border and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says pushing it back remains a priority. CEO Colin Woodall says reports […]
EU trade deal delay could increase market volatility for U.S. farmers
An ag economist says the European Union’s decision to postpone finalizing the U.S. trade deal could have larger impacts for American agriculture. Ian Sheldon with Ohio State University tells Brownfield, “They’re […]
Nature Conservancy names Sklarczyk Seed Farm Soil Health Hero for innovative practices
A global seed potato producer says he’s the third generation to keep water conservation at the forefront of the family’s operation. Ben Sklarczyk tells Brownfield the Sklarczyk Seed Farm borders the […]
Iowa’s Stirtz shares B1G honor
Iowa senior Bennett Stirtz has been named the Big Ten Co-Player of the Week. Stirtz shares the accolade with Michigan State’s Jeremy Fears, Jr. The Liberty, Missouri, native earned the […]
USDA reports solid December soybean crush, corn for ethanol numbers
U.S. soybean crushers had a big December as they try to meet meal and oil demand expectations. The USDA says 230 million bushels of beans were crushed to end 2025, […]
Iowa pipeline debate continues
The Iowa House Minority Leader says carbon pipeline legislation will likely come down to a compromise. Democrat Brian Meyer says he recently voted against a House bill that would have […]