December rate cut brings relief for farmers planning 2026 borrowing
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates another quarter point this week. Ag economist Dr. Megan Roberts with Compeer Financial says the Fed is likely responding to labor market concerns. “The […]
American Biofuels Maritime Initiative targets new market opportunities as net-zero policies form
A new initiative aims to accelerate the use of U.S. biofuels in the maritime sector. President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association Geoff Cooper tells Brownfield, “It is to […]
Cattle futures higher watching direct business develop
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up, watching direct trade develop at sharply higher prices. February live cattle closed $2.42 higher at $230.95 and April live […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 11, 2025
Mar. corn $4.46 and 1/2, up 2 and 1/4 centsJan. soybeans $10.93 and 1/2, up 2 and 1/4 centsJan. soybean meal $302.10, up 90 centsJan soybean oil 50.82, down 27 […]
Soybeans, corn manage modestly higher finishes after CONAB Brazil numbers
Soybeans were modestly higher on short covering and technical buying. CONAB’s soybean guess for Brazil was down modestly on the month at 177.124 million tons but still record large and […]
Food economist warns tariffs are pushing prices higher as Trump targets price fixing
A food economist says the current tariff environment has been one of the most disruptive events to global food supply chains since COVID. David Ortega with Michigan State University says tariffs are increasing […]
Farmers see AI playing a bigger role in automation, soil decisions
Some farmers say artificial intelligence has a place in agriculture. Southwest Ohio farmer Eric Tipton says AI could be beneficial for automation technology. “Those sorts of things like facial recognition […]
Michigan vegetables and processing contribute nearly $5.4 billion
A new economic report by Michigan State University assesses the impact of the state’s vegetable industry. Ag economist Bill Knudson tells Brownfield vegetable farming contributes nearly $5.4 billion annually to […]
Solar leases offering long-term income option for retiring farmers
A land acquisition manager with Aggreko Energy Transition Solutions says the slumping ag economy is bringing increased interest in using farmland for solar projects. Manny Uzcategui tells Brownfield, “People tend […]
Farmers weigh how to use Trump administration bridge payments
Some ag producers are determining how they’ll use the recently announced bridge payment to improve their bottom lines. Eastern Nebraska farmer Mike Tomes says financial pressure has been mounting for […]