Metzger: China soybean purchases face growing uncertainty
A soybean farmer from Ohio says it still remains unclear if China will meet its commitment to buy 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans by the end of February. […]
Nebraska confirms multiple HPAI cases in backyard flocks
The Nebraska Department of Agriculture has announced four cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in small backyard flocks across parts of the state. In late December, the NDA and USDA […]
A rather mild, generally tranquil early-January weather for most across the Heartland
Across the Corn Belt, snow in portions of the Great Lakes region—mainly from Minnesota to Michigan—is causing travel disruptions and increasing livestock stress. In contrast, mild, dry weather covers the […]
Rice, cotton prices stay under pressure
A market analyst says the rice and cotton markets remain under pressure as the New Year begins and it could stay that way awhile. Jamie Wilkerson with RCM Ag Services […]
Prevent nutrient leaching with conservation practices
A lot of research has been done to prevent nutrient loss by using different conservation practices. Dr. Matt Helmers with Iowa State University says it takes all of the tools […]
Cattle, hog futures mostly higher to start the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were mostly higher, feeders were up, supported by sharply higher boxed beef during the session and getting ready for another week of business. […]
Venezuela developments could reshape global nitrogen fertilizer markets long term, analyst says
The vice president of fertilizer with Stone X Group says recent events in Venezuela could have a long-term impact on the nitrogen market. Josh Linville tells Brownfield, “Years ago, back […]
Senate bill targets Biden-era rural broadband funding
A bill filed in the U.S. Senate aims to limit rural broadband funding previously allocated under the Biden-era Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA–The Rural Broadband […]
Minnesota farm leader says tax reforms bring stability to agriculture
The president of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association is hopeful tax reforms in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will benefit his farm. Darin Johnson grows corn and soybeans near […]
Santa’s dairy consumption is significant
A dairy economist says a Christmas tradition has a noticeable impact on overall dairy consumption. Leonard Polzin with the University of Wisconsin says leaving milk and cookies for Santa Claus […]