Early-planted soybeans becoming the new standard, BASF agronomist says
An agronomist based in southern Illinois says the practice of planting soybeans early is becoming more widely adopted. Mike Probst is with BASF. “It’s probably been one of the most […]
Corn export inspections solid, with sorghum, soybeans up on week
U.S. corn continues to ship out at a relatively rapid pace. The USDA says corn export inspections during the week ending June 25th were up on the year, mainly to […]
Kluis: higher input costs may push 1 million corn acres to soybeans
A market analyst expects the USDA to reduce U.S. corn acreage around 1 million acres in tomorrow’s planting estimates. Al Kluis with Kluis Commodity Advisors says he agrees with trade […]
Economist expects drawn out USMCA negotiations
The North America economist for Coface, a global leader in trade credit insurance and risk management, says he doesn’t expect a quick solution to the USMCA renewal process. Marcos […]
USDA forecast shows rising costs for corn, soybeans, sorghum and wheat
The USDA says farm production costs could hit a record high in 2027. Ag economist Brad Lubben with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln says inflation has been the biggest factor since […]
Missouri Soybeans to Showcase Ag Innovation and Field Research
Missouri Soybeans is inviting farmers and ag professionals to a full day of research, technology, and hands-on innovation at the Crop and Pest Management Field Day and Ag Innovation Showcase […]
White House moves forward regenerative agricultural initiatives
President Trump has signed an executive order prioritizing regenerative agriculture to boost opportunities for farmers. Speaking at White House event with farmers and ag leaders on Thursday, he said he’s directing his administration […]
North Iowa farmer: ‘there’s not a lot on the table’ to improve margins
A north Iowa grain farmer suggests there are few if any pathways to profitability this year. Caleb Renner grows corn and soybeans near Klemme and was recently asked by Brownfield […]
Domestic biofuels production fueling soybean demand
The president and CEO of the National Oilseed Processors Association says there’s been a major shift in the final destination for most U.S. grown soybeans. Devin Mogler tells Brownfield, “Three […]
Soybeans, corn mixed ahead of upcoming USDA numbers
Soybeans were mixed, ending the week with gains. Near-term crop weather features rain in some areas ahead of a heat dome across much of the region. That’s expected to be […]