A wide-range of temps to cover much of the Heartland; a seasonally active pattern for some
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of above-normal temperatures along and west of a line from Montana to Louisiana, while colder-than-normal conditions will cover the […]
ABA says next farm bill must raise loan limits to meet modern ag costs
The American Bankers Association says the next farm bill will be critical for the farm financial outlook. ABA’s Ed Elfmann tells Brownfield the legislation needs to increase the size of […]
Producers battling Theileria losses might qualify for Livestock Indemnity Program
Cattle producers experiencing losses from a tick-borne parasite could qualify for the Livestock Indemnity Program. University of Missouri Extension Veterinarian Craig Payne says dealing with Theileria can be costly, and […]
Soybeans drift on China demand questions and favorable South American crop outlook
Soybeans were lower on profit taking and technical selling. There’s been more talk of China buying U.S. beans this week, but no confirmation from the USDA yet. While that might […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 3, 2025
Mar. corn $4.43 and 1/2, down 6 and 1/2 centsJan. soybeans $11.15 and 3/4, down 9 centsJan. soybean meal $311.30, down 30 centsJan soybean oil 51.67, down 101 pointsMar. Chicago […]
Naig cautious, but optimistic about U.S.-China discussions
Iowa’s ag secretary says recent U.S.-China trade discussions have brought some cautious optimism to the ag industry. Mike Naig says a trade framework is good news, but more details are […]
USDA reports mixed broiler hatchery trends as egg sets rise on week, but slip on year
U.S. broiler hatchery numbers are continuing their recent mixed trend. Part of the week-to-week and year-to-year changes can be linked to the seasonal rise in reports of Highly Pathogenic Avian […]
More optimism in farm country drives boost in this month’s Ag Economy Barometer
An ag economist says more optimism in farm country helped boost producer sentiment in this month’s Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Professor emeritus Jim Mintert says it rose to its highest level since […]
Climatologist: Winter weather patterns are not enough to relieve Eastern Corn Belt drought
The associate director of the Midwestern Regional Climate Center says drought could continue to be a challenge for farmers heading into 2026. Melissa Widhalm says despite recent winter weather patterns, much of […]
Some rootworms now resistant to pyrethroids
Researchers have discovered another crop pest that is resistant to the main treatment tool available to farmers. Dr. Emily Bick with the University of Wisconsin tells Brownfield some corn earworms […]