Ho-Chunk corn planting depth study shows interesting results
Indigenous tribes have been learning how to improve their food crops for thousands of years. The Ho-Chunk Nation has expanded its agriculture department to improve food security and bring back […]
Live cattle futures mostly higher, feeders up ahead of direct business
Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures were mixed, mostly modestly higher, and feeders were up, preparing for this week’s direct cash cattle business. Feeders did see support from Monday’s losses […]
Winter weather patterns could impact soil moisture levels heading into 2026
An ag meteorologist says recent winter weather patterns could impact soil moisture levels across the Midwest heading into 2026. Greg Soulje says rapid temperature swings and precipitation could help relieve drought […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 29, 2025
Mar. corn $4.42 and 3/4, down 7 and 3/4 centsJan. soybeans $10.49 and 1/2, down 9 and 1/4 centsJan. soybean meal $298.80, down $4.90Jan soybean oil 48.78, up 6 pointsMar. […]
Illinois congressman says Congress is moving to rein in presidential tariff authority
A U.S. Congressman says efforts are underway to limit the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Illinois Democratic Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi says the Trump administration’s reciprocal tariffs issued through the […]
Analyst says corn fundamentals are turning more supportive
The lead economist for grains and oilseeds at CoBank suggests corn could have a strong year in 2026. Tanner Ehmke says demand has been strengthening. “Our domestic usage is very […]
ICA focuses on building the next generation of Iowa cattle producers
The Iowa Cattlemen’s Association is working to help young producers build their futures. “We’ve got to get new, beginning producers into this,” said ICA CEO Bryan Whaley. Whaley tells Brownfield […]
Soybeans, corn see losses as traders monitor crop weather in Argentina and Brazil
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling. Beans are watching South America, with early harvest activity underway in Brazil and dry weather in parts of Argentina. Weekend rains in […]
Federal boost coming to rural healthcare
Rural healthcare for seven Midwestern states will receive more than $200 million in federal funding. Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin and Ohio will each receive large investments from the […]
Modern Ag Alliance targeting state-level pesticide actions in 2026
The executive director of the Modern Ag Alliance says the organization is focused on protecting farmer access to crop protection tools on a state by state basis in 2026. Elizabeth […]