Farmer sentiment declines as farmers become more concerned about tariffs and soybean exports
An ag economist says ongoing tariff policy uncertainty has led to a decline in this month’s Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Professor emeritus Jim Mintert says producers are still concerned about the loss of soybean market share to China. “Fifty-two percent […]
Minnesota Soybean Growers watching DNR Public Waters Inventory update closely
Water regulations in the Land of 10,000 Lakes have the attention of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association. MSGA president Darin Johnson, who farms near Wells, says the Department of Natural […]
Soybeans, corn, wheat climb, watching world weather, demand
Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying. Beans continue to watch weather in South America, including chances for better rain coverage in parts of Argentina. Weather in Brazil […]
Cattle, hog futures pressured at midweek
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were lower on profit taking, waiting for direct business to develop. February live cattle closed $2.10 lower at $234.52 and April […]
Farmers urged to conduct digital audits amid rising AI-driven animal activism
The President and CEO of the Animal Agriculture Alliance is encouraging farmers to take a digital audit of their operations. Hannah Thompson Wieman tells Brownfield animal activists are turning to artificial intelligence to create […]
Agronomist encourages smarter input spending to boost crop yields
An agronomist says farmers will need to closely evaluate which input dollars have the most return on investment this growing season. AgroLiquid’s Stephanie Zelinko tells Brownfield, “Be smart with soil […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 7, 2026
Mar. corn $4.46 and 3/4, up 2 and 3/4 centsMar. soybeans $10.67, up 10 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal $305.40, up $5.90Mar. soybean oil 49.31, down 9 pointsMar. Chicago wheat […]
Ethanol exports remain a strong demand driver, economist says
The chief economist for the Renewable Fuels Association says the outlook for U.S. ethanol exports is strong. “We’ve seen good, solid growth over the last few years,” RFA’s Scott Richman […]
ALCIVIA Cooperative names new President & CEO
ALCIVIA Cooperative has a new President and Chief Executive Officer. The co-op’s board of directors appointed Rodney Balvitsch (BALL’ vich) to lead the organization. Balvitsch joined ALCIVIA in 2020 as […]
Weed control lessons from 2025 shaping 2026 strategies
A field agronomist with Iowa State University Extension says it isn’t too early to start thinking about weed management for the upcoming growing season. Meaghan Anderson says growers learned some […]