Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: February 26, 2026
Mar. corn $4.33 and 1/4, up 2 and 3/4 centsMar. soybeans $11.47 and 3/4, down 1/2 centMar. soybean meal $317.60, down 70 centsMar. soybean oil 61.29, up 103 pointsMar. Chicago […]
Equipment trade-ins could trigger higher tax bills for farmers in 2026
An ag attorney says farmers that plan to trade-in equipment this year could face a higher tax bill. Joe Peiffer with Ag and Business Legal Strategies says provisions included in the […]
Ag economist: EPA biofuel rule expected to weigh on corn and soybean prices
An ag economist says final Renewable Volume Obligations from the U.S. EPA are expected to have an immediate impact on commodity prices. Ben Brown tells Brownfield last summer’s proposal showed […]
Brazil expected to produce record soybean crop in 2026, analysts say it could pressure U.S. prices
Two analysts say rapid crop expansion in Brazil could impact U.S. soybean prices in 2026. Joana Colussi, assistant professor at Purdue University, says the country is expected to produce more than […]
Indiana’s poultry sector sees new HPAI infections
Cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza continue to impact Indiana’s poultry industry. Kevin Kalb, a turkey grower in southwest Indiana, says the recent detections are a little too close for […]
Soybean market offers opportunity and potential
Taking advantage of marketing opportunities. Matt Bennett, co-founder of AgMarket.net and an Illinois farmer, says recent gains in the soybean market shouldn’t be overlooked. “Three weeks ago, you would have […]
Funding approved for SDSU swine facility expansion
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has approved a $1.72 million expansion to the Swine Education and Research Facility at South Dakota State University. Bob Thaler, a swine specialist with SDSU […]
State lawmakers and governor approve funding for SDSU swine facility expansion
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has approved a $1.72 million expansion to the Swine Education and Research Facility at South Dakota State University. Bob Thaler, a swine specialist with SDSU […]
Uncertainty mounts as year‑round E15 decision misses another target date
The latest deadline for year-round E-15 has come and gone. Frustrating and disappointing. Those are two words have been used to describe the latest missed deadline that could finalize access to […]
Soybean leaders eye biofuels as fastest path to market growth
The vice president of the American Soybean Association says the organization is doubling down on its support of the biofuels industry. Dave Walton, an Iowa farmer, says it could […]