Wisconsin rains beneficial for crops, but slowing down fieldwork
A west central Wisconsin farmer says rains over the past week have been beneficial for his crops. Shane Goplin, who grows corn, soybeans, and alfalfa in Trempealeau County, tells Brownfield, […]
Waterlogging could be an issue for some Michigan farmers
A Southwest Michigan farmer says waterlogging is widespread in many areas of his region. Allegan County’s Jake Drozd tells Brownfield, “Somebody turned the faucet on and never turned it off.” […]
Illinois crops benefitting from recent rains
A northern Illinois farmer says recent rains have been welcome. Phillip Nelson, who farms in LaSalle County and serves as president of the Illinois Farm Bureau, tells Brownfield, “It gave […]
Soybeans and corn rally to finish the day higher
Soybeans finished the day higher, rallying on technical-based buying despite lower soybean and crude oil. Soybean export inspections were up both on the week and more than double this time […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: June 15, 2026
Jul. corn $4.15 and 1/2, up 2 and 3/4 centsJul. soybeans $11.19 and 1/4, up 5 and 3/4 centsJul. soybean meal $302.00, up 70 centsJul. soybean oil 74.37, up 09 […]
Crop Progress shows strong emergence, mixed conditions
The USDA says all of the nation’s corn crop has been planted and soybeans aren’t far behind. According to Monday’s Crop Progress Report, 94% of the U.S. corn crop has […]
Excessive rainfall in Kansas hurting crop conditions
A northeast Kansas farmer says excessive rainfall has tested this year’s crop, but conditions are better than they could be. Scott Gigstad says his area has received several rounds of […]
Nebraska farmer says it’s been a spring of weather swings
A northeast Nebraska farmer says he’s gotten just enough moisture this spring to help his crops get off to a strong start. Greg Anderson says it was extremely dry during […]
Farm Rescue sees growing demand for help
The executive director of Farm Rescue says more farm families across the Midwest are turning to the nonprofit for help. Shari Rogge-Fidler tells Brownfield, “I think part of it is […]
Shaw lauds Iowa’s ethanol excise tax exemption
The executive director of the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association says he supports a new statewide law backing ethanol‑powered ag equipment. Monte Shaw tells Brownfield that Governor Kim Reynolds recently signed […]