Soybean export outlook brightens as global demand and market diversification fuel optimism
The CEO of the U.S. Soybean Export Council says growing global demand is helping strengthen the soybean outlook for 2026. Jim Sutter says the organization is focused on expanding market […]
House Ag Committee lawmaker calls farm crisis a ‘five-alarm fire’ as aid talks continue
A member of the U.S. House Ag Committee says she fears farmland will be lost and young farmers pushed out of production if additional assistance isn’t approved by Congress. Michigan […]
China leads the way on U.S. soybean export inspections
The USDA’s reporting another solid week for soybean export inspections. Soybean inspections were down a little bit on the week, but were up solidly on the year, with China leading […]
Missouri agriculture effort delivers 15,000 meals through Drive to Feed Kids
Missouri lawmakers, along with Governor and First Lady Kehoe, packed 15,000 meals for food insecure Missourians last week. Mike Kehoe tells Brownfield “the need in Missouri is real. Hunger is […]
Farmers and applicators should plan ESA compliance now ahead of spring spraying
The president and CEO of the Agricultural Retailers Association says farmers and applicators preparing to spray pesticides this spring should start planning their Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance now. Darren […]
Ag economist: comparing farm data critical for business success
An economist with the Center for Farm Financial Management says benchmarking can be a helpful tool to improve the farm business. Curtis Mahnken tells Brownfield “benchmarking is growing and I […]
Cash dairy prices mostly steady Monday
Cash dairy prices were steady Monday except for whey and block cheese at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.01 at $0.74. One sale was recorded at that price. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up $0.0225 at $1.3850. Eleven sales were recorded, ranging from $1.37 to $1.3850. Cheese […]
Specialist says insurance planning is a key part to managing on-farm risk in 2026
A farm training specialist with Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance says taking a comprehensive approach to risk management could help protect a farm’s financial stability. John Nagle says reviewing all insurance […]
MO farmer: cattle prices helping offset weak corn, soybean markets
A farmer from northern Missouri says profitability is still possible for the farm, despite the volatile prices. Stephen Beck, who farms in Livingston County, says prices haven’t been great for […]
New EPA guidance blocks manufacturers from limiting farm equipment repairs
The U.S. EPA announced new guidance Monday that aims to protect farmers’ right to repair their own equipment. EPA administrator Lee Zeldin says, “Farmers should be able to choose where […]