Strong usage numbers offer encouragement despite bigger crops
A farm management analyst suggests there were some positives in Friday’s USDA supply and demand report. Kent Thiesse says the latest forecast did raise corn and soybean production. “But the […]
Illinois wheat growers report big yields, good quality as harvest nears completion
The president of the Illinois Wheat Association says it’s been another bumper crop for most of the state’s growers. Tracey Heuerman, who farms in Effingahm County, says the majority of […]
Trade analysts outline administration’s tariff strategy
Trade experts say tariffs are likely to remain a key part of U.S. trade policy despite the Supreme Court striking down the administration’s use of emergency powers to impose them. […]
National FFA Organization announces 2026 top Star Award finalists
The National FFA Organization has announced the top 16 finalists for its highest agricultural achievement, the American Star Awards. The American Star Farmer, American Star in Agribusiness, American Star in Agricultural Placement, and American Star in Agriscience represent the best among this year’s American Degree recipients. Each award recognizes FFA members who have developed outstanding skills and competencies throughout their Supervised Agricultural Experiences. A panel of judges will interview the finalists this […]
New CME Group beef trim futures contracts provide risk management tools for the cattle supply chain
The CME Group will launch two new futures contracts to help manage risk across the cattle supply chain. John Ricci, Managing Director and Global Head of Agricultural Products with the CME Group, says the new contracts […]
Wheat sees big gains on smaller U.S. crop estimate
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying, ending the week in positive territory. The USDA did raise U.S. production following the June acreage update, but old crop stocks were […]
Strong hay yields reported across Missouri despite delayed harvest season
The market manager for the Missouri Department of Agriculture says there was a lot of hay made before this latest round of precipitation. Tony Hancock says producers took advantage of the dry […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: July 10, 2026
Sep. corn $4.39 and 1/2, up 8 centsAug. soybeans $11.91 and 3/4, up 14 centsAug. soybean meal $320.40, up $3.00Aug. soybean oil 70.46, up 54 pointsSep. Chicago wheat $6.40 and […]
NFU, AFPI applaud Deere right-to-repair settlement
The president of the National Farmers Union says John Deere’s right-to-repair settlement is a win for farmers and ranchers. Rob Larew tells Brownfield, “There’s been a lot of promises made […]
USDA beef, pork estimates down from June
The USDA has reduced its 2026 red meat production guess, while increasing expectations for poultry. Beef is projected at 25.288 billion pounds, down 150 million from June due to tight […]