Outlaw: lost export markets and Brazil competition add pressure
An ag economist with Texas A&M University says the challenges facing U.S. agriculture go beyond low prices and high input costs. Joe Outlaw says getting lost export markets back won’t […]
Dry conditions improve in Missouri, farmers resume soybean planting
A farmer in the Missouri Bootheel says he’s grateful for the recent one-inch rain. Aaron Porter tells Brownfield he had stopped planting last week, because field conditions had gotten too […]
Rice ending stocks rise as demand slows, cotton carryout steady
Slower demand is having an impact on the U.S. rice supply. The USDA now sees domestic rice ending stocks at 55.3 million hundredweight, an increase of 5 million from March’s […]
USDA sees larger 25/26 U.S. wheat ending stocks, no changes for corn, soybeans
The USDA raised its domestic wheat ending stocks guess, while leaving corn and soybean carryout unchanged. The U.S. wheat supply is seen at 938 million bushels, 7 million more than […]
Wisconsin farmer not rushing to plant
A Wisconsin dairy farmer who grows corn, alfalfa, and triticale for feed says he’s not in a hurry to plant. Mike Yager says, “Our ground ain’t ready yet as far […]
Western Illinois farmer sees little planting progress in his area
A western Illinois farmer says planting progress is limited in his area. Brady Holst, who grows corn and soybeans in Hancock County, says he’s not started yet, but neighbors in […]
Ohio farmer eyes next week for possible planting window
A southwest Ohio farmer says he’s in no rush to get started planting. “We’re a little wet and cold.” Jed Bower tells Brownfield additional rain chances are in the forecast, […]
Corn, wheat, beef export sales see week-to-week gains
Corn export sales ticked higher during the week ending April 2nd. The USDA says most of last week’s corn sales were to Japan and Mexico, reflecting the ongoing strong demand […]
Cost-effective nutrient management tips for 2026 growing season
An agronomist says there are cost-effective ways for farmers to maximize their nutrient management program this season. Trey Stephens, who covers southeast Nebraska for Beck’s Hybrids says farmers should utilize […]
RFA economist discusses E15 setbacks
The chief economist for the Renewable Fuels Association says efforts to secure nationwide, year-round sales of E15 fuel blends continue to face setbacks in 2026. Scott Richman tells Brownfield, “We […]