Agriculture News
A seasonally active pattern continues for many; somewhat days ahead for the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or below-normal temperatures between the Rockies and the Mississippi River, while warmer-than-normal weather will prevail in the
Getting Ahead of Weeds
Corteva Agriscience market development specialist Dennis Holland says preemergent weed control is an important topic for growers. He tells Brownfield that controlling weeds before they emerge is imperative for farmers
Soybeans and corn lower on Friday
Soybeans closed lower, giving back some of the gains from earlier in the week. The market remains very sensitive to any trade news, especially as it relates to China. Soybean
Rotary milking parlors are gaining in popularity
A dairy equipment supplier says more producers are considering rotary parlors when upgrading. Andy Lenkatis with GEA tells Brownfield the move to rotary milking parlors is about efficiency for employees
Rising prices, not shortages, lead fertilizer concerns this spring
The CEO of the nation’s largest farmer-owned cooperative says fertilizer supplies are sufficient for the start of the growing season. Jay Debertin with CHS tells Brownfield prices are up significantly
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: March 27, 2026
May corn $4.62, down 5 centsMay soybeans $11.59 and 1/4, down 14 and 1/2 centsMay soybean meal $322.10, down $6.80May soybean oil 67.41, down 61 pointsMay Chicago wheat $6.05, unchangedApr.
Two Wisconsin farmers look at early soybean planting
Two Wisconsin farmers are taking different approaches to the start of the planting season. South-central farmer Doug Rebout of Janesville says some research has shown the benefits of planting soybeans early. “We
Dairy innovation takes center stage with Midwest Dairy’s startup accelerator
The dairy industry is looking to discover and support emerging startups. Midwest Dairy research and innovation manager Sydney Herr says through a partnership with VentureFuel, Midwest Dairy is launching their
Cattle futures finish the week sharply higher
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were sharply higher looking for additional direct business to develop. Boxed beef was higher during the session. April live cattle closed
Markets react negatively to EPA Renewable Fuel Standard announcement
A market analyst says grain markets were quick to react to announcements made during White House’s Great American Agriculture Celebration on Friday. “Immediately, the markets are down, they are not
