Risk management key as cattle market volatility continues
An ag economist says the volatility in the cattle markets is expected to continue. Josh Maples is with Mississippi State University Extension. “This market is not someone out there pulling […]
Southern rust outbreak keeps fungicide spending intact for Kansas corn grower
A northeast Kansas farmer says he’s not planning any cutbacks in his fungicide budget for 2026. Scott Gigstad says fungicide use was critical this past growing season due to a […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 15, 2025
Mar. corn $4.39 and 3/4, down 1 centJan. soybeans $10.71 and 3/4, down 5 centsJan. soybean meal $303.50, up $1.00Jan soybean oil 49.48, down 59 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.20 and […]
Banker encourages farmers to lock in input costs after rate cut
The senior vice president with First National Bank Omaha says the recent interest rate cut might help improve the bottom line for farmers. Barry Benson says the quarter-percent drop could […]
U.S. turkey numbers tight, but could expand
U.S. turkey numbers remain tight, but there is at least one sign of potential expansion in the USDA’s monthly supply update. The number of turkeys hatched during November 2025 were […]
USDA dairy report shows higher cheese, butter production in October
The USDA says cheese and butter production levels were higher in October and the prior month, as supplies and processing capacity have increased. Total cheese production was 1.26 billion pounds, […]
Sorghum prices below $3 add to economic strain for Kansas producers
The executive director with the Kansas Farmers Union says the decline in demand for U.S. sorghum has put producers under intense economic pressure. Nick Levendofsky says prices have remained […]
Experts say 2026 financial outlook continues to evolve
A pair of ag finance experts say the current lending environment could play a role in shaping next year’s economic outlook. Matt Eldridge with First Farmers Bank and Trust says […]
Recently re-elected Ohio Farm Bureau president outlines 2026 legislative priorities
The recently re-elected president of Ohio Farm Bureau says members want more protections for prime farmland. Bill Patterson says producers across the state continue to face development pressures. “It’s not […]
Congress monitoring farm economy as Bridge Program delivers one-time aid to growers
A U.S. Congressman says lawmakers are closely watching how the Trump administration’s Farmer Bridge Assistance Program helps producers to determine whether additional support is needed. Michigan Republican John Moolenaar tells […]