Cattle futures sharply lower, hog futures mixed
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle futures were sharply lower on the midday drop in boxed beef, with traders waiting for widespread direct business. August live was […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: June 26, 2026
Jul. corn $4.12 and 3/4, down 2 centsJul. soybeans $11.26 and 1/4, down 1 and 1/4 centsJul. soybean meal $307.00, down $1.20Jul. soybean oil 71.30, up 49 pointsJul. Chicago wheat […]
Heavier weights offset slower poultry processing in May
U.S. poultry production was up in May. The USDA says 4.466 billion pounds of mostly chicken and turkey were certified wholesome, rising 1% on the year, including 4.069 billion pounds […]
Iowa farmer expands conservation efforts
A central Iowa farmer says he’s focused on bringing more conservation practices to his operation. Corey Hillebo tells Brownfield, “We went to strip-till five or six years ago. It was […]
Soybean meal demand strong as China buying remains unclear
An ag trade specialist says it remains to be seen if China will follow through on commitments to purchase U.S. soybeans. Matt Herman is the chief officer of demand and […]
RFS fuels opportunity for soybean farmers
The CEO of Clean Fuels Alliance America says the Renewable Fuel Standard’s latest targets are benefiting American soybean farmers. Donnell Rehagen tells Brownfield biomass-based diesel production from soybean oil is […]
Michigan biofuel industry building greater transparency in biodiesel distribution
Michigan biodiesel leaders are working to improve transparency in fuel distribution and expand access to low-carbon fuels across the state. Michigan Advanced Biofuel Coalition’s Pete Probst tells Brownfield, “We’ve seen […]
Romanski: renewing USMCA is vital for Wisconsin agriculture
Wisconsin’s agriculture secretary wants to see the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement renewed. Randy Romanski with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection says Canada and Mexico are by […]
Trump funding request includes call for hemp fix
The general counsel of the U.S. Hemp Roundtable says President Trump has sent a direct message to Congress regarding the future of hemp. Jonathan Miller tells Brownfield, “As part of […]
Northern Corn Belt Ports align to strengthen transportation infrastructure
The director of operations for the Corn Belt Ports says the newly formed Northern Corn Belt Ports initiative brings five more key Mississippi River ports into the overall organization. Chris […]