China’s trade tactics could impact the future of U.S. soybean exports
A professor at Michigan State University says he’s concerned the rapid loss of market share to South America could impact the future of U.S. soybean exports. David Ortega says China […]
CHS CEO calls soybean export drop to China “very concerning”
A top U.S. grain merchandiser is concerned by the lack of soybean exports to China. CHS CEO Jay Debertin calls the situation unfortunate. “The U.S. grain industry has very little […]
Missouri seeks SNAP ban on sugary, processed foods
The State of Missouri plans to modify the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to discourage purchases of ultra-processed and sugary foods. Governor Mike Kehoe issued an executive order and sent a […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 30, 2025
Dec. corn $4.15 and 1/2, down 6 centsNov. soybeans $10.01 and 3/4, down 8 and 3/4 centsOct. soybean meal $265.70, down $2.40Oct. soybean oil 48.87, down 24 pointsDec. Chicago wheat […]
USDA: August farm prices rise slightly, but input costs still outpace gains
The USDA says farmers made and paid a little bit more in August than they did in July. The USDA’s index of prices received was up 1% on the month […]
Tech-driven ag careers help fuel record enrollment at U of I’s College of ACES
The dean of the College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES) at the University of Illinois says it’s a record-breaking fall. German Bollero tells Brownfield, “For the first time […]
Addressing trade barriers critical for future of U.S. ag exports
A professor at Colorado State University says USMCA renegotiations could be an opportunity to ease trade tensions and expand market access for farmers. Amanda Countryman says Mexico and Canada remain […]
Iowa corn farmer says fungicide helped offset southern rust pressure
A southwest Iowa farmer says he’s cautiously optimistic about his corn crop despite some disease pressure that developed throughout the growing season. Lee Brooke tells Brownfield southern rust was prevalent […]
Low feed costs, strong prices drive profits for Iowa cattle producer
A southwest Iowa cattle producer says 2025 has been a profitable year. Lee Brooke from Clarinda says he’s hopeful market prices will remain favorable through winter. “Feeder calf market is […]
Unseasonably warm weather expected to continue across Eastern Corn Belt
A meteorologist with the National Weather Service says unseasonably warm temperatures and a lack of rainfall are expected to continue across the Eastern Corn Belt into October. Logan Clark tells […]