Economist says Cargill’s reopening of its Fort Morgan beef plant boosts cattle market competition
Workers at Cargill’s Fort Morgan, Colorado beef plant have agreed to a new five-year labor deal, ending an 89-day lockout, that clears the way for the company to resume processing. Livestock economist […]
Grassley calls Tyson’s Joslin, Illinois closure “devastating” for regional cattle producers
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley is concerned about the sudden closure of a beef processing facility in the Midwest. Tyson shuttered its Joslin, Illinois plant last week. “Well it’s going to […]
Indiana dairy farms continue to face regulatory challenges as the industry seeks practical solutions
The director of agricultural affairs at the American Dairy Association Indiana says regulatory uncertainty remains a concern for producers across the country. Patrick Hash says compliance costs and administrative requirements […]
European corn production declines could shift global demand
A market analyst says tightening global corn supplies could create additional opportunities for U.S. exports. Jeff Peterson with Heartland Farm Partners says the ongoing drought in Europe opens the […]
Tyson’s Illinois plant closure renews consolidation concerns
The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau says the closure of a Tyson beef processing facility in the western part of the state is another example of consolidation’s negative impact […]
Michigan launches drone pilot programs to strengthen rapid response, manufacturing
Several state agencies are analyzing how drones could improve operations in Michigan. Chief Mobility Officer Justine Johnson tells Brownfield five pilot programs have been announced as part of statewide Advanced […]
Planning for the 2027 crop year
In this episode of Managing for Profit, Gary Schnitkey with the University of Illinois says risk management will be essential to a successful plan for 2027. The post Planning for […]
Soybeans mostly higher, but finish well off the day’s highs
Soybeans finished the day mostly higher, as the market held on late in the day. The trade continues to monitor crop development weather as 85 percent of the crop is […]
Farm Bureau calls for lower regulatory costs, reforms to strengthen produce sector
The American Farm Bureau says the 70 percent increase in fresh fruit and vegetable imports since 2010 is a direct reflection of challenges across the specialty crop sector. Danny Munch […]
Growing fuel expenses could impact cattle prices and beef demand
Higher fuel prices continue to add pressure to the cattle business. Ag economist Charley Martinez, director of the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management, says rising diesel costs are increasing expenses throughout […]