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 […]
Fertilizer prices have farmers focused on efficiency
An agronomist with Agroliquid says more farmers are exploring ways to increase their fertilizer efficiency. Reid Abbott says ever-increasing input costs have producers focused on getting the most out of […]
A Summer-like pattern ahead for most of the Heartland; near-seasonal rainfall for some
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near-normal temperatures across the Plains, Southwest, and upper Midwest, while warmer-than-normal weather will prevail in California, the Great […]
Rapid weather swings causing early-season herbicide injury, replanting in some areas
An agronomist says this year’s rapid weather changes have led to some early-season herbicide injury in corn and soybeans. Jordan Arndell with Dekalb ASGROW says it’s been pretty widespread in […]
Broewnfield Ag Weather Today
A mostly dry pattern will break down as a pair of cold fronts traverse the country. The initial front, associated with a low-pressure system currently crossing central Canada, will generate […]
Cargill, CTIC expand soil health resources for Midwest farmers in several states
A new collaboration is expanding a farmer-led soil health program across the Midwest. Ryan Heiniger with the Conservation Technology Information Center says Cargill’s Success From the Ground Up program will bring […]