USDA has opened enrollment for Ag Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage programs for the 2026 crop year. The signup period runs through December 11, much later than usual. Bart

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were lower, watching direct business develop, ahead of Friday’s Cattle on Feed report from the USDA. October live cattle closed $2.80

USDA’s Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation says more than 30 million new base acres have been added to this year’s crop safety net programs.  Richard Fordyce tells Brownfield, “It’s

An ag economist says the latest increase in interest rates could put added financial pressure on farmers ahead of harvest. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights says many producers are

The Iowa Cattlemen’s Association has set its state policy priorities for 2027. CEO Bryan Whaley tells Brownfield the association’s policy package focuses on strengthening the state’s cattle industry by creating

Soybeans were narrowly mixed. Contracts were down early, rallied with a higher move in meal, but as those gains eased, the gains in soybeans did as well. Meal futures were

The director of climate change and rural strategies with the Institute for Agriculture & Trade Policy says the fertilizer industry is once again utilizing global crises to its benefit. During

The director of the Missouri State Fair says this year’s 11-day event had strong participation in agriculture and livestock events. Jason Moore tells Brownfield there were more than 29,000 entries

Dec. corn $5.30 and 1/2, down 3 and 3/4 centsNov. soybeans $13.19 and 3/4, down 3/4 centOct. soybean meal $368.70, up $7.80Oct. soybean oil 68.68, down 51 pointsDec. Chicago wheat

A Minnesota cow-calf producer is voicing her concerns about beef imports to members of Congress. Ellie Trout and her family farm in Itasca County and she joined members of Minnesota