USDA shuts down southern border ports again to livestock imports from Mexico
U.S. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins has again closed southern border ports to livestock imports from Mexico following a new detection of New World screwworm. Colin Woodall, CEO of the National […]
Farmers expected to hold onto grain
An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says there are incentives for farmers to hold onto grain ahead of the fall harvest. Ben Brown tells Brownfield “there’s always this […]
Kelly signs bill establishing water task force
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has signed a bill into law that addresses the state’s water crisis for future for the ag industry. Senate Substitute for House Bill 2172 creates 16-member […]
Boozman: Secretary Rollins needs help at USDA
The chairman of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee says he’s optimistic key confirmations at the USDA will get a vote in the Senate soon. “Secretary Rollins needs help.” John Boozman […]
Another push for mandatory Country of Origin Labeling
The head of R-CALF USA says the organization wants to see Congress take up mandatory Country of Origin Labeling. Bill Bullard says the best opportunity to do that is in […]
Agriculture continues to battle labor uncertainty
The agriculture industry continues to grapple with ongoing uncertainty over the future of farm labor. Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen says, “We have a problem that’s been going on for 50 […]
Cattle futures mostly higher ahead of widespread direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were mostly higher, and feeders were up, waiting for direct business to develop. August live cattle closed $.20 lower at $219.77 and October […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: July 9, 2025
Sep. corn closed at $3.99 and 1/4, up 1 and 1/4 centsAug. soybeans closed at $10.09, down 12 and 1/4 centsAug. soybean meal closed at $269.40, down $1.30Aug. soybean oil […]
Corn up modestly on pre-report short covering
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling. Development conditions generally look favorable, even if there are crop rating concerns in some states. Despite those concerns, a number of analysts […]
Farmers Edge showcases importance of soil testing
Photo of Farmers Edge soil testing laboratory equipment taken by Brent Barnett/Brownfield An ag technology and soil science company is asking farmers to prioritize soil testing. Eileen Bernard, director of […]