Rainfall deficit in the Delta adds more uncertainty at planting
Rice agronomist Jarrod Hardke with University of Arkansas Extension says the extremely dry soils are a serious concern as planting begins. “The majority of the Delta region of Arkansas would […]
Middle East conflict could shape U.S. and China trade negotiations
A former diplomat says ongoing conflicts in the Middle East could impact trade negotiations between the U.S. and China. Kurt Campbell is the former Deputy Secretary of State for the […]
USDA’s February egg numbers point to rising supplies
U.S. egg production shot higher in February and it looks like supplies are going to get larger. The USDA says 8.367 billion eggs were produced last month, rising 5% on […]
Rising input costs could impact 2026 U.S. planting decisions
An ag economist at Ohio State University says ongoing price volatility could shift U.S. corn and soybean planting decisions in 2026. Barry Ward says rising input costs are the biggest […]
Preparing for Spring
Planting season will start soon, and Missouri Soybean Association board member Daniel Carpenter from west-central Missouri says budgets are tighter for farmers heading into the season. The post Preparing for […]
Strait of Hormuz tensions fuel market volatility
A delayed ultimatum from President Trump for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is keeping volatility in corn, soybean and wheat futures prices as the week begins. Garrett Toay […]
Midwest senators introduce fertilizer bills to boost transparency, expand U.S. production
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators from the Midwest have recently introduced legislation addressing the rising cost of fertilizer and market consolidation. The Fertilizer Transparency Act, sponsored by U.S. Senators […]
Inside D.C. – farmers need stronger support system
The president of the National Farmers Union says U.S. farmers need a stronger, more modern farm safety net. Rob Larew tells Brownfield there have been so many changes happening in […]
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