Existing ag-tech could help mitigate screwworm risks for the U.S. beef industry
An ag innovator says existing ag-tech infrastructure could be useful if New World screwworm were to re-enter the United States. Andrew Coppin, CEO of RanchBot, a real-time monitoring platform, says […]
Live cattle futures rebound to start the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were up on an oversold bounce, feeders were mostly lower as the market awaits additional details on the government’s intervention in retail beef […]
Corn yields down, moisture levels up after challenging growing season
A central Indiana farmer says his corn crop is variable and yields are below expectations. Chris Cherry says inconsistent weather throughout the growing season impacted this year’s crop. “We’re seeing […]
Rain has delayed harvest, but boosts crop yields
A farmer in north-central Missouri says wet weather and rain delays are stretching out harvest. Brandon Thiel in Saline County says the overcast skies and dewy mornings make it hard […]
Bayer: glyphosate’s future uncertain amid ongoing Roundup lawsuits
A representative for Bayer says the fate of glyphosate remains uncertain due to ongoing legal challenges. “We’re going to do our very best to keep access to glyphosate,” says Jess […]
Compeer’s Economic Minute – Impacts of Government Shutdown on Agricultural Economy and Market Trends
In this episode with Ag Economist Dr. Megan Roberts, we discuss the economic impacts of a government shutdown on farmers, delayed USDA data releases, and potential impacts on government payments. […]
Compeer’s Economic Minute – Impacts of Government Shutdown on the Agricultural Economy and Market Trends
In this episode with Ag Economist Dr. Megan Roberts, we discuss the economic impacts of a government shutdown on farmers, delayed USDA data releases, and potential impacts on government payments. […]
Soybean prices climb on strong domestic demand, China trade hopes
Soybeans were higher on commercial and technical buying. Beans had another round of spillover from meal on domestic demand as they continue to wait for the end-of-the-month tariff meeting with […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 20, 2025
Dec. corn $4.23 and 1/4, up 3/4 centNov. soybeans $10.31 and 3/4, up 12 and 1/4 centsDec. soybean meal $285.00, up $4.00Dec. soybean oil 51.31, up 18 pointsDec. Chicago wheat […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 20, 2025
Dec. corn $4.23 and 1/4, up 3/4 centNov. soybeans $10.31 and 3/4, up 12 and 1/4 centsDec. soybean meal $285.00, up $4.00Dec. soybean oil 51.31, up 18 pointsDec. Chicago wheat […]