LaNina weather pattern might end early
An atmospheric scientist says the La Nina weather pattern might end soon. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions says this La Nina might be peaking now which could mean a […]
Ag economist says missing USDA export data adds volatility to livestock markets
An ag economist says the lack of trade and export data from the USDA is adding to the volatility to beef and pork markets. Josh Maples with Mississippi State University […]
Tar spot, southern rust, and more: Minnesota corn faces a tough year
A central Minnesota farmer faced an onslaught of crop diseases this year. Owen Gohlke grows corn and soybeans near Belle Plaine and says problems arose from a wet growing season. […]
Cattle futures limit higher to start the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle ended the day limit higher on oversold signals. December live cattle closed $7.25 higher at $228.55 and February live cattle closed […]
Soybean rise ahead of USDA Report as China demand, Brazil planting shape market
Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying. Beans remain cautiously optimistic about that recent trade deal framework with China. While there’s more unconfirmed talk of China buying U.S. […]
BASF urges farmers to review financing options for 2026 plans
The marketing director for U.S. crop protection with BASF says farmers planning for 2026 should be aware of their financing choices. Brady Spangenberg says that the ag lending market is […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 10, 2025
Dec. corn $4.29 and 3/4, up 2 and 1/2 centsJan. soybeans $11.30, up 13 centsDec. soybean meal $320.00, up $2.90Dec. soybean oil 50.58, up 90 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $5.35 and […]
Good corn harvest hits South Dakota, storage space tight
A farmer in eastern South Dakota says he harvested one of the best corn crops ever this fall. Dave Ellens farms in Moody and Lake Counties. “The 230 to 250 […]
Making Cover Crop Decisions for the Winter
If you’re planting a cover crop this winter, Clayton Light, Director of Conservation Ag and Farm Operations, says to have a plan. Listen to this Spotlight on Soybeans to learn […]
New Michigan legislation would resolve farmland tax disputes and protect preservation programs
The Michigan Senate Natural Resources and Agriculture Committee has unanimously approved legislation to clarify farmland preservation and conservation easement tax provisions. Chair Sue Shink, a co-sponsor, says recent reinterpretations of […]