Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 31, 2025
Dec. corn $4.31 and 1/2, up 1 and 1/4 centsNov. soybeans $10.99 and 3/4, up 8 and 1/2 centsDec. soybean meal $321.60, up $6.00Dec. soybean oil 48.68, down 97 pointsDec. […]
Federal court blocks USDA plan to suspend food assistance payments
A federal judge says the Trump administration must continue funding food assistance benefits during the partial government shutdown. On Friday, the U.S. District Court of Massachusetts ruled that the USDA […]
Iowa food pantries see surge as SNAP benefits remain in limbo
Many local food banks across the country are struggling to keep shelves stocked as the future of SNAP benefits remains uncertain. Craig Gordy with the Oskaloosa Food Pantry in southeast […]
Trade expert: enforcement, non-tariff issues key to future U.S.-China ag success
An ag trade consultant says China must also address non-tariff trade barriers if U.S. agriculture is going to see widespread benefits from any trade deal between the two countries. “Otherwise, […]
Clarity needed on China’s soybean commitments to boost market confidence
The co-founder of AgMarket.net says the unknown details on soybean purchases in the announced trade framework between the U.S. and China matter greatly. Matt Bennett, who also farms in central […]
Rising costs and low prices push Arkansas crop farmers deeper into the red
Arkansas crop farmers are entering their third consecutive year of financial strains and an ag economist says it will take market creativity to survive. Ryan Loy with University of Arkansas […]
Corn harvest chugging along in South Dakota
Two farmers in northeast South Dakota say corn harvest is advancing well. Doug Noem farms in Hamlin County and says the yields have been average and rains have helped the […]
Nutrien Ag Solutions launches Farmer 2050 to encourage the next generation of agriculture
The head of marketing at Nutrien Ag Solutions says a long-standing partnership with the National FFA Organization is an investment in the next generation of agricultural leaders. Brian Knifong tells […]
Illinois ag director skeptical of long-term benefits in new U.S.–China trade deal
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says he’s unsure about the long-term benefits of the newly announced trade framework between the U.S. and China. “From my perspective, some […]
Local soybean crush plant bringing new opportunities for Nebraska farmers
Northeast Nebraska farmer Anne Meis says a local soybean crush plant has been a game changer this harvest season. “We’re excited about that market being in this area. We’re hoping […]