Poull selected as 79th Alice in Dairyland
Wisconsin’s next Alice in Dairyland is Anastasia Poull. Poull grew up near Port Washington and was attracted to agriculture at a very young age by visiting her grandparents’ farm, which […]
Missouri farmers resume spring planting after weeks of rain delays
Missouri farmers have resumed spring planting following multiple weeks of cool, wet conditions. Nathan Alpers is in Cooper County. He tells Brownfield it’s been a long planting season and some […]
USDA relocation efforts threaten agricultural research, advocates say
The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition says it’s concerned that USDA workforce relocation efforts could be detrimental to long-term agriculture research. Policy Specialist Nick Rossi tells Brownfield, “There’s no real plan […]
Michigan Corn grateful for bipartisan E15 Congressional leadership
The Michigan Corn Growers Association says it’s optimistic there will be bipartisan support for E15 legislation in the U.S. Senate. Senior Policy Director Matt Smego tells Brownfield he’s encouraged by Majority Leader […]
Soybeans, corn, wheat fall Friday with another round of liquidation
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling, ensuring a lower weekly finish. China will reportedly buy more U.S. ag products, but details continue to be hard to come by. […]
Red meat exports add billions in value to corn and soybean farmers
An annual study from the U.S. Meat Export Federation shows red meat exports added more than $3 billion in value to corn and soybean producers in 2025. John Hinners […]
Cattle futures higher to close the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher, supported by the week’s direct cash trade and tight market-ready supplies. June live cattle closed $1.82 higher at $253.90 […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: May 15, 2026
Jul. corn $4.55 and 3/4, down 11 and 3/4 centsJul. soybeans $11.77, down 15 and 1/2 centsJul. soybean meal $334.30, up $1.80Jul. soybean oil 73.88, up 22 pointsJul. Chicago wheat […]
Farmer, consumer sentiment remains low
An ag policy specialist says farmer sentiment continues to trend lower across agriculture. Val Dolcini with Syngenta tells Brownfield it shouldn’t come as a surprise. “Look at where farmers are […]
Ethanol producer says E15 could be priced even lower at the pump
Consumers see E15 as a cheaper way to fill their tank, but an ethanol producer says the price at the pump could be even lower. Erik Huschitt with Badger State […]