Record soybean production for Brazil – will it happen?
Another big soybean crop is expected in Brazil, and an analyst says if that’s realized, that’s more the country could supply to China. Michael Cordonnier with Soybean and Corn Advisor […]
Targeted weed control tools offer yield boost and herbicide reduction, UW study finds
A University of Wisconsin researcher sees technology including targeting sprayers and laser weeders as the next revolution in agriculture. Jed Colquhoun tells Brownfield the key is reducing reliance on individual […]
Illinois designates STAR Tool as official soil health assessment for conservation programs
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has officially designated the STAR Tool as the required soil health assessment for all state-funded conservation practices. Brian Rennecker, bureau chief for the Division […]
NCGA announces input cost task force
The National Corn Growers Association has launched a tasked force that will work to identify solutions for elevated input costs. NCGA incoming first vice president Matt Frostic, a corn farmer […]
Ohio farmers face mixed fertilizer price outlook for 2026
An Ohio State University Extension educator says farmers may have to make adjustments to their nutrient management plan as they face budget challenges. Amanda Bennett tells Brownfield the cost of […]
Soybeans down on lack of China demand, Argentina export tax suspension
Soybeans were modestly lower on fund and technical selling. The big bearish issues continue to be the lack of demand from China and Argentina’s export tax suspension. Those are linked, […]
South Dakota state vet urges U.S. to support Mexico as screwworm gets closer to border
South Dakota State Veterinarian Beth Thompson says it’s important the U.S. support Mexico as New World screwworm moves further north. “If we can beat it back south in Mexico, it’s going […]
Triumph Foods pushes back on state-level ag laws
Missouri-based Triumph Foods has become the first pork processor to file a lawsuit against California’s Proposition 12, a law that mandates specific minimum housing standards for pigs, veal calves, and […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 24, 2025
Dec. corn $4.24 and 1/4, down 2 centsNov. soybeans $10.09, down 3 centsOct. soybean meal $271.70, down $3.40Oct. soybean oil 49.29, down 6 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $5.19 and 1/2, down […]
USDA’s new plan could spur additional ag export sales, expand markets
USDA’s Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs says the administration is committed to increasing ag export sales. Luke Lindberg says the department’s recently announced three-point plan focuses on building […]