Boozman, Hoeven back expanded farmer aid in continuing resolution
Two Republican lawmakers on the U.S. Senate Ag Committee say they support expanding farmer aid in the next continuing resolution. A proposal from Chairman John Boozman and Senate Ag Appropriations […]
Minnesota Ag Commissioner praises USMCA after talks with Mexican Consulate
The Commissioner of Agriculture in Minnesota says he’s encouraged following a recent visit with the Mexican Consulate in St. Paul. Thom Petersen tells Brownfield Mexico is a top market for […]
House Ag Committee split on farm bill timeline as optimism meets skepticism
There are mixed opinions among House Agriculture Committee members on a farm bill timeline. Iowa Republican Randy Feenstra tells Brownfield Chair GT Thompson remains optimistic. “We met last week and […]
Soybeans, corn see support from decent demand Friday, still end the week with losses
Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying, ending the week with modest losses following the recent USDA numbers. Crop conditions generally look favorable in South America, but parts […]
Chronic Wasting Disease: Why One Iowa Hunter Chooses to Test His Deer
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Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 16, 2026
Mar. corn $4.24 and 3/4, up 4 and 1/2 centsMar. soybeans $10.57 and 3/4, up 3 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal $290.00, up 80 centsMar. soybean oil 52.61, down 36 […]
State veterinarian: biosecurity key to protecting Missouri poultry from HPAI
The state veterinarian in Missouri says increased biosecurity continues to benefit many of the state’s poultry farmers. Dr. Steve Strubberg tells Brownfield “the farms have good biosecurity practices in place […]
New ESA runoff mitigation labels unlikely to disrupt herbicide use, expert says
A weed science professor at the University of Illinois says herbicide use in compliance with updated Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulations may not be as challenging as once thought. “A […]
CHS Takes over St. Louis grain terminal, expanding farm-to-export network
CHS Incorporated is taking over operations at the COFCO grain terminal near St. Louis at the end of January. John Griffith, the executive vice president of ag business at CHS, […]
Iowa farmer reports strong crop year despite disease pressure
A northwest Iowa farmer says he had a favorable 2025 crop year despite the presence of southern rust and tar spot in his area. Nathan Anderson tells Brownfield, “Scouting corn […]