Corn extends gains as soybeans, wheat finish mixed
Soybeans were mixed, mostly higher. Soybeans were watching a major private crop tour, which has reported lower than a year ago pod counts in some areas. That would impact supply, […]
Ag policy and tradition come together at Missouri Governor’s Ham Breakfast
From farm policy and industry concerns, to a longstanding fair tradition, ag was front and center at the Governor’s Ham Breakfast. It was a cool, foggy and muddy day for […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: August 20, 2026
Sep. corn $4.78 and 3/4, up 5 and 3/4 centsSep. soybeans $12.20 and 3/4, down 1 and 1/2 centsSep. soybean meal $315.70, down $2.40Sep. soybean oil 71.18, up 132 pointsSep. […]
Thousands of cattle impacted by Tyson’s Illinois closure
The executive vice president of the Illinois Beef Association says work continues to assist producers impacted by the abrupt closure of the Tyson beef processing facility in Joslin, Illinois. Josh […]
Boxed beef declines as cattle futures gain ground
Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures were up and feeders were mostly higher, preparing for widespread direct business and Friday’s USDA Cattle on Feed report. October live cattle was $.77 […]
Tight cattle numbers pull July red meat production lower
Commercial red meat production saw a year-over-year decline in July. The USDA says 4.287 billion pounds of red meat were produced last month, down 2% on the year, with a […]
Economist urges farmers to focus on financial strengths amid market volatility
An ag economist says managing risk starts with understanding farm financials. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights says having a strong risk management plan can help producers navigate uncertainty. “I […]
Fiscbach: year-round E15 would give corn farmers a stronger market floor
A U.S. Representative says farmers need stable policies and expanded domestic demand. Minnesota Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach says biofuels are critical to the success of agriculture. “It’s the strongest domestic demand […]
Fertilizer costs will stay high, economist says
An ag economist says farmers should be more proactive purchasing fertilizer for 2027. “Just from my pessimistic perspective, I really think this thing with the Strait (of Hormuz) and Iran […]
Low ethanol prices fuel strong blending demand, ACE CEO says
The CEO of the American Coalition for Ethanol says the biofuels industry is in a good place. “Overall, the health of the industry I think is very strong right now.” […]