Lower yield, ending stocks guesses support corn
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. The USDA’s production guess was up on the month due to higher acreage numbers, which canceled out a cut in yield. Still, […]
MSU wheat trials show strong 2026 yields as USDA projects back-to-back record years
A wheat extension educator says he expects near record wheat yields across Michigan. Michigan State University’s Dennis Pennington says, “I think growers were surprised when they went to the field.” “The yields […]
Record corn, soybean acreage offsets lower USDA yield estimates
The USDA added more corn and soybean acres in its latest production estimates, which included the first survey-based yield forecasts of the season. Sam Hudson with Cornbelt Marketing tells Brownfield […]
FDA seeks greater oversight of food ingredients through proposed GRAS rule changes
The Food and Drug Administration says it is taking steps to increase transparency in the food safety system. Acting commissioner Kyle Diamantas says the FDA has proposed changes to modernize the […]
Michigan State Extension helps farmers test for PFAS and manage risks
An Extension educator says proactive testing is helping farmers better understand their risk of PFAS exposure. Michigan State University Extension’s Faith Cullins Nobis tells Brownfield, “Right now we don’t have […]
Sutter: U.S. soybean export sales strong ahead of fall harvest
The CEO of the U.S. Soybean Export Council says export demand for U.S. soybeans looks strong ahead of fall harvest. Jim Sutter says U.S. soybean export sales at this point […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: August 12, 2026
Sep. corn $4.57, up 20 and 1/4 centsSep. soybeans $11.64 and 3/4, up 17 and 1/4 centsSep. soybean meal $308.50, up $3.50Sep. soybean oil 69.16, up 59 pointsSep. Chicago wheat […]
Lillibridge eager to serve on Iowa Corn Promotion Board
An eastern Iowa farmer says he’s looking forward to representing corn growers on the Iowa Corn Promotion Board after being elected to the position. Lance Lillibridge of Vinton says the […]
USDA beef, pork estimates dip on slower slaughter rates
The USDA has lowered its expectations for 2026 red meat production, while increasing projections for poultry. Beef production is now estimated at 24.967 billion pounds, down 321 million from July […]
Inside the USDA Lockup: Farmers get a look at how market-moving reports are developed
Two Indiana ag leaders say participating in USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) “lockup” gives the industry a first-hand look at how the agency produces market-sensitive reports. Ed Ebert, senior […]