SW Iowa farmer says this was the year for fungicide on corn
A southwest Iowa farmer is confident fungicide will pay off this year. Mark Peterson of Stanton says disease pressure was high in corn. “I am hoping that we will be […]
Soybeans, corn slip on profit taking, harvest pressure
Soybeans were lower on profit taking and technical selling. Beans are watching U.S. harvest activity and anticipating generally good near-term progress. There’s been some rain in parts of the region […]
USDA’s record Michigan soybean yield forecast may be too optimistic amid drought
Harvest in Michigan is on pace to start earlier than normal as persistent drought conditions across a third of the state have impacted crops. Michigan State University Extension soybean educator […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 17, 2025
Dec. corn $4.26 and 3/4, down 2 and 3/4 centsNov. soybeans $10.43 and 3/4, down 6 centsOct. soybean meal $283.90, down $1.90Oct. soybean oil 51.24, down 145 pointsDec. Chicago wheat […]
New study shows unrestricted sales of E15 would boost economy
The chief economist with the National Corn Growers Association says a new study conducted in partnership with the Renewable Fuels Association shows expanding consumer access to E15 nationwide, year-round, would […]
Global supply pressures limit U.S. wheat market upside despite strong demand
An ag economist says the wheat market currently faces a tough situation. Greg McBride with Allendale says there’s very good demand for U.S. wheat. “You just saw the USDA increase […]
Local buyers taking advantage of Iowa farmland opportunities
The vice president of Iowa Appraisal says local communities have been driving the farmland market in the state. Jim Rothermich tells Brownfield that September has been a strong month for […]
IATP blasts Trump admin’s use of tariffs
The executive director of the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy says the Trump administration’s use of tariffs has taken a toll on U.S. farmers and ranchers. “It’s been devastating,” […]
State budget fight puts Michigan agriculture at risk as exports decline dramatically
Michigan has released a new report on how agricultural exports have been affected by tariffs over the past six months. During a speech this week on the state’s economy, Governor […]
Broiler hatchery trends point to increased U.S. chicken production in 2025
Broiler hatchery numbers continue to point towards bigger production in 2025 than 2024. The USDA says 245.99 million broiler-type eggs were in incubation, falling 1.941 million on the week, but […]