RMI survey: Farmland prices highest in 20 months
The latest Rural Mainstreet Index says farm and ranchland prices have reached their highest level since April 2024. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says, “Our farmland price index moved above […]
Beck’s research shows yield advantage with planting early in corn and soybeans
A regional agronomy manager at Beck’s Hybrids says longstanding research data shows that planting date has an impact on yield. Steve Gauck tells Brownfield, “PFR data for 25 years on […]
Why Affordable Holiday Meals Don’t Tell the Whole Story About Farming and Sustainability
Commentary. Every holiday season we tell consumers they should be thankful for an abundant and affordable food supply. It has almost become a seasonal slogan; a gentle reminder that in […]
Wisconsin farmer: profitability hinges on input costs
Heading into the New Year, a west-central Wisconsin farmer has one question on his mind. “How do we remain profitable?” Tony Mellenthin says it’s a tough thing to do in […]
Analyst: modest tweaks expected in USDA’s next supply/demand report
A market analyst says she’s expecting the USDA to make little tweaks to the U.S. supply and demand picture in the January report. Naomi Blohm with Total Farm Marketing says […]
Cash dairy prices mostly up Tuesday
Cash dairy prices were mostly up on Tuesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was unchanged at 0.73. No sales were recorded at that price. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up 0.400 at 1.3850. Nine sales were recorded, ranging from 1.3450 to 1.3800. […]
Illinois researchers investigate first Group 15 herbicide resistance in giant foxtail
A weed science professor at the University of Illinois says researchers believe they have found new herbicide resistance in giant foxtail. Dr. Aaron Hager tells Brownfield, “We are in the […]
Volatile winter weather sets the stage for sharp contrasts across the U.S. in 2026
An ag meteorologist says growers should be prepared for a variable winter weather season to start off 2026. Greg Soulje tells Brownfield, “The weather is going to turn a little […]
Missouri Farm Bureau Launches New Health Plans for 2026
Beth Bowles, Director of Missouri Farm Bureau Health Plans, joins us to discuss a new, affordable health coverage option now available for Missourians. Missouri Farm Bureau (MOFB) Health Plans are […]
Variable temperatures and above-average precipitation from La Niña may improve soil conditions before spring
The Illinois state climatologist says a strengthening La Niña weather pattern could bring some much-needed drought relief to the Midwest. Dr. Trent Ford says it usually means active weather with […]