More Iowa counties added to Cattle and Conservation Working Lands Program
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced the next phase today of the program that uses conservation practices upstream to improve water quality from the drinking water sources for thousands […]
Soybeans mostly higher, but finish well off the day’s highs
Soybeans finished the day mostly higher, as the market held on late in the day. The trade continues to monitor crop development weather as 85 percent of the crop is […]
Farm Bureau calls for lower regulatory costs, reforms to strengthen produce sector
The American Farm Bureau says the 70 percent increase in fresh fruit and vegetable imports since 2010 is a direct reflection of challenges across the specialty crop sector. Danny Munch […]
Growing fuel expenses could impact cattle prices and beef demand
Higher fuel prices continue to add pressure to the cattle business. Ag economist Charley Martinez, director of the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management, says rising diesel costs are increasing expenses throughout […]
Cattle futures higher, supported by sharply higher beef values
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher ahead of widespread direct business. Boxed beef was also sharply higher during the session. October live cattle closed $.15 […]
High rates, volatile prices create uncertainty for farmers
The president of a crop insurance company is concerned as farmers face mounting uncertainty. Dalynn Hoch with RCIS says interest rates highlight the risk of farming. “Most of us get […]
Red Crown Rot expanding footprint
The agronomy education lead with Beck’s Hybrids says more soybean fields across the Midwest are being impacted by red crown rot. Matt Montgomery tells Brownfield some infections were discovered three […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: August 18, 2026
Sep. corn $4.63 and 1/4, down 1 and 3/4 centsSep. soybeans $12.00 and 3/4, down 1/4 centSep. soybean meal $313.00, up 90 centsSep. soybean oil 69.69, down 175 pointsSep. Chicago […]
Rock Valley Man Faces Two Felonies Following Alleged Sioux County Jail Assaults
A Rock Valley man initially arrested following an alleged impaired-driving motorcycle crash now faces two felony charges stemming from separate alleged assaults inside the Sioux County Jail. The Sioux County […]
East-central Wisconsin land values surge 25% as demand outpaces supply
An ag real estate specialist says farmland values are exploding in east-central Wisconsin. Compeer Financial certified appraiser Jeff Jens tells Brownfield he tracks a benchmark property in Calumet County. “My […]