Mixed outlook for Corn Belt as planting conditions improve but drought lingers
A climatologist says extended forecasts show favorable conditions for planting season in some parts of the Corn Belt. Justin Glisan is the state climatologist for Iowa and says, “What we […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: April 8, 2026
May corn $4.47 and 1/4, down 1 and 3/4 centsMay soybeans $11.62, up 3 and 3/4 centsMay soybean meal $314.10, up $2.30May soybean oil 67.42, down $2.30May Chicago wheat $5.80 […]
Strong yields drive partial recovery for Minnesota farms in 2025
Minnesota crop farmers experienced a slight financial rebound in 2025. University of Minnesota Extension economist Pauline Van Nurden says their annual farm finance report represents 10 percent of Minnesota farms […]
Another solid year-over-year gain in broiler placements
Broiler hatchery numbers were up on the year, continuing to imply bigger chicken production in 2026. The USDA says 252.754 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubators last week, dropping […]
More farmers reaching out to crisis hotline amid economic strain
Calls to the nation’s longest-running farm crisis hotline are on the rise. Nebraska Farmers Union President John Hansen says the Rural Response Hotline, established in 1984 during the 80s farm […]
U.S. ethanol exports hit more than one month high, margins improve
U.S. ethanol exports were strong last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says ethanol exports averaged 203,000 barrels per day, the highest in more than a month, rising 80,000 on […]
Michigan Wheat Program checkoff renewal focused on research to improve yields and quality
A state leader says the recent renewal of the Michigan Wheat Program checkoff will help the organization continue to promote the industry. Executive director Jody Pollok-Newsom says the program develops solutions for […]
Northwestern and MOC-FV to Dedicate Plaque to Aden De Jong
ORANGE CITY, Iowa – Northwestern College and MOC-Floyd Valley High School are joining together to dedicate a plaque commemorating the life and memory of Aden De Jong. The plaque will […]
Orange City Man Arrested Following Sex Abuse Investigation in Alton
An Orange City man has been arrested following a months-long sex abuse investigation that began earlier this year in Alton. According to the Orange City Police Department, 21-year-old Cody Patrick […]
Brad Sherman
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