Soybeans, corn down on improved USDA ratings
Soybeans were lower on profit taking and technical selling. The USDA’s national crop rating improved over the past week and development is ahead of average overall. There are some areas […]
Fertilizer prices continue to be a top concern for many farmers
The high cost of fertilizer continues to weigh on the minds of many farmers. Tom Gillis, who grows corn and soybeans in western Wisconsin, says this spring’s price spikes caused […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: July 14, 2026
Sep. corn $4.38 and 1/2, down 2 and 1/2 centsAug. soybeans $11.92 and 3/4, down 4 centsAug. soybean meal $317.40, up 20 centsAug. soybean oil 72.40, down 42 pointsSep. Chicago […]
Midwest heat wave raises concerns as corn enters pollination
A climatologist says excessive heat is expected to persist through next week across parts of the Midwest. Justin Glisan is with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship… “We […]
South Dakota heat dome raises concerns for spring wheat
A grain elevator manager in central South Dakota says he’s not sure how the spring wheat crop will do in this week’s heat dome. Kevin Kjorsvik is the general manager […]
Dairy producers urged to stay vigilant against New World screwworm
A district veterinarian with the Indiana State Board of Animal Heath says New World screwworm remains a serious risk for the livestock industry. Debbie Boyd says the pest isn’t a […]
Rep. Hinson welcomes ag labor discussion as Congress reviews Chairman Thompson’s bill
U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says House Ag Committee Chairman GT Thompson’s ag labor reform package is a step in the right direction. “As for Chairman Thompson’s bill, food security is […]
2026 Water Resources Development Act moves forward
The 2026 Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) is on its way to the full U.S. House. The U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Tuesday unanimously passed the over $6 […]
2026 slug pressure could help farmers plan for better pest management for 2027
A professor of entomology at Ohio State University says increased pest pressure this year could help farmers plan for better pest management next year. Kelley Tilmon says slugs were found […]
Undersecretary Fordyce says USDA modernization efforts will boost efficiency and accuracy
USDA Undersecretary Richard Fordyce says the department’s One Farmer, One File program will be transformative for producers. “They’re going to have a value from a time savings, from increased accuracy,” he says. “More things that you […]