Philippines’ move toward E20 could boost demand for U.S. corn, ethanol
A southwest Ohio farmer says higher blends of ethanol in the Philippines could increase demand for U.S corn farmers. Karyn Forman tells Brownfield, “Currently, US ethanol is being blended with Philippines […]
Ethanol stocks decline as refiners cut inputs and exports slow
The domestic ethanol supply fell to a multi-week low. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says stocks of 21.968 million barrels were the tightest since mid-October, down 339,000 on the week […]
Kansas Livestock Association calls for more CRP flexibility to boost grazing
The CEO of the Kansas Livestock Association says providing producers with flexible CRP rules could improve grazing opportunities. Matt Teagarden says that includes perimeter and cross-fencing options. “If one of […]
An optimistic future for soybean exports
The chair of the U.S. Soybean Export Council says she remains optimistic about the future of soybean exports. Michigan farmer Jana Fritz says efforts to reduce reliance on China have paid off, […]
RCIS sees rising demand for SCO and ECO as farmers prepare for 2026 coverage
A regional sales and service manager with RCIS says farmers need to be aware of several beneficial changes to crop insurance in 2026. Stefanie Wolfe, who serves the company’s Great […]
Cash dairy prices mixed entering holiday
Cash dairy prices were mixed Wednesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0075 at $0.7325. Seven sales were recorded, ranging from $0.7325 to $0.74. Forty-pound cheese blocks were down $0.0050 at $1.47. One sale was recorded at $1.4725. Cheese barrels remained unchanged at $1.5825. No sales were recorded. Butter prices rebounded some Wednesday, […]
Big Iron co-founder says demand keeps Midwest land prices firm
The co-founder of Big Iron Auctions says the farmland market has been holding firm across the Midwest. Mark Stock tells Brownfield quality ground is trending higher while marginal land is […]
Nebraska ag industry weighs next steps after Tyson plant closure
Members of Nebraska’s ag industry are evaluating their next steps after the announced closure of a beef processing facility. Craig Uden, president-elect of Nebraska Cattleman’s and part owner of Darr […]
Michigan growers face variable yields, high input costs, and weather-driven harvest challenges
Parts of Michigan are still too wet to harvest. Thumb-area farmer Matt Frostic tells Brownfield some corn fields still need to dry out. “The corn crop, while it’s been, heavy/strong, […]
Naig says Southeast Asia trade mission strengthened key ag relationships
Iowa’s Ag Secretary says a recent trade mission to Southeast Asia helped strengthen relationships with export partners. Mike Naig tells Brownfield Vietnam and Indonesia represent significant opportunities for U.S. ag […]