U.S. biofuel growth could lift soy prices, reduce China dependence
The CEO of the Minnesota Soybean Processors says he’s optimistic new biofuels policy can grow U.S. soybean crush and help soybean farmers reduce their dependence on China. Jeramie Weller tells […]
National Pork Board emphasizes herd health as cornerstone of industry’s future
The director of swine health for the National Pork Board says the health of the U.S. swine herd is critical to every pork producer’s livelihood and the industry’s future. Meredith […]
New 2026 DEKLAB and Asgrow Trait Lineups
The DEKALB and Asgrow brands are launching 43 new products for the 2026 crop year designed to help farmers better manage disease and weed pressure. In this Managing for Profit, […]
Carbon pipeline bills spark debate during 2026 Iowa legislative session
The executive director of the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association says carbon pipeline legislation has been a big focus of the 2026 Iowa Legislative Session. Monte Shaw, a supporter of carbon […]
Apple growers struggle with tight margins
An analyst for a specialty crop organization says high input costs and low farm gate prices are not just a problem for row crop producers. Christopher Gerlach with the […]
Overseas demand continues to support U.S. beef and pork profitability
A member of the U.S. Meat Export Federation’s executive committee says he’s optimistic about the future of U.S. beef and pork exports. Matt Schuiteman tells Brownfield, “We’re in a cycle of profitability […]
Soybeans weak, corn mixed, watching weather in South America
Soybeans were modestly lower on fund and technical selling. Soybeans are watching weather in South America, including chances for more hot, dry weather in southern Argentina, potentially stressing the crop. […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 20, 2026
Mar. corn $4.23 and 3/4, down 1 centMar. soybeans $10.553, down 4 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal $291.60, up $1.60Mar. soybean oil 52.56, down 5 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.10 and […]
Egg production up in December
U.S. egg production ended 2025 on a solid note. The USDA says 9.125 billion eggs were produced in December of last year, a little bit above December 2024, with a […]
U.S. Supreme Court to review Bayer Roundup preemption case
The U.S. Supreme Court recently announced an upcoming review of a Bayer Roundup case. The court will hear the “Durnell” product-liability case, which Bayer says should address the split in […]