Soybeans drop on lack of China details, CONAB update
Soybeans were sharply lower on fund and technical selling. While ag trade was discussed with China, including soybeans, nothing concrete has been reported from the meeting as of yet. For […]
Middle East conflict continues squeezing global fertilizer production
The CEO of The Fertilizer Institute says disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East continue to affect global markets. In a Senate Ag Committee hearing on Wednesday, Corey […]
Uneven emergence could cost farmers yield potential
An agronomist encourages corn and soybean growers to monitor stands as crops emerge. Ryan Peterson with WinField United says even emergence is extremely critical. “Let’s say you have two corn […]
Hinson calls House passage of E15 bill a major victory for agriculture
U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says the bipartisan E15 bill that passed out of the House on Wednesday is a monumental moment for agriculture. “We know this is such a challenging […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: May 14, 2026
Jul. corn $4.67 and 1/2, down 15 and 1/4 centsJul. soybeans $11.92 and 1/2, down 36 and 1/2 centsJul. soybean meal $332.50, down $6.00Jul. soybean oil 73.66, down 66 pointsJul. […]
Alfalfa weevil pressure rising as MSU questions insecticide timing and resistance
A field crops entomologist says increased alfalfa weevil pressure this season could be a result of control failures. Chris DiFonzo with Michigan State University tells Brownfield, “It was cold enough […]
FCS Financial Field Notes: Helping farmers manage high input costs at planting
Chad McCullough with FCS Financial says ag lenders can help producers stay on track by regularly reviewing expenses and adjusting financial plans as conditions change throughout the year. “We can […]
Grocery prices see largest monthly increase since 2022, driven by weather events, trade, and rising fuel costs
A food economist says April food prices posted the largest month-to-month increase in four years. David Ortega with Michigan State University tells Brownfield there are still inflationary pressures impacting food costs. […]
Minnesota Biofuels leader says ASA tried to “kill the bill” on year-round E15
The executive director of the Minnesota Biofuels Association says he was caught off guard by the American Soybean Association speaking up in opposition of nationwide year-round E15 this (last) week. […]
Some farmers say House passed E15 legislation could strengthen corn outlook
Some farmers say the recently passed House version of nationwide, year-round E15 provides much needed certainty to the U.S. ag industry. “It’s been twenty years that we’ve been fighting for […]