New milling investment spurs Minnesota farmer to reintroduce oats
A farmer in west-central Minnesota is adding oats to his crop rotation this year. Noah Hultgren of Raymond says the small grain is in the mix along with sugarbeets, corn, […]
JBS USA and National 4-H Council partnership helping fund future ag youth programming
A new partnership between the National 4-H Council and JBS USA is helping to expand youth development programming nationwide. Jill Bramble, president and CEO of the National 4-H Council, says the more than $750,000 will fund new learning experiences. […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: May 1, 2026
Jul. corn $4.80 and 1/4, up 5 and 1/2 centsJul. soybeans $12.03 and 1/4, up 7 and 3/4 centsJul. soybean meal $319.30, up 40 centsJul. soybean oil 75.16, up 62 […]
Many farmers carrying heavier debt load
The vice president of data analysis with Illinois Farm Business Farm Management (FBFM) says the average farmer’s debt to asset ratio is relatively stable. However, Brad Zwilling says that’s because […]
March soybean crush, corn for ethanol use larger than last year
Strong demand continues to drive the domestic soybean and corn crushes. The USDA says 227 million bushels of soybeans were crushed in March 2026, a little bit below pre-report expectations, […]
Farm leader proposes labor pilot program
A farm organization is asking the federal government to consider a labor shortage solution. Wisconsin Farm Bureau President Brad Olson tells Brownfield that he asked Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins and […]
Wisconsin loosens restrictions on dairy cattle movement
Wisconsin’s agriculture officials have removed some transportation restrictions on dairy cattle. Effective immediately, lactating dairy cattle moving interstate from states designated with Unaffected State Status under USDA’s National Milk Testing […]
Farmers rely on strong lender relationships to navigate risk, Auburn study finds
Researchers at Auburn University are studying how lender relationships directly impact farm business decisions. Rural sociologist Kelli Russell tells Brownfield that middle-aged farmers prioritize working with knowledgeable lenders they trust. […]
Hail impacting some winter wheat prospects
The crop sales leader with COUNTRY Financial says some farmers are dealing with hail damage to vulnerable wheat crops. Jason Maschhoff tells Brownfield, “We are seeing an increase in storm […]
USTR highlights geographical indications as a key priority, dairy groups hope for movement with EU
The National Milk Producers Federation says the U.S. Trade Representative prioritizing geographical indication could expand dairy access in key markets, including the European Union. Shawna Morris tells Brownfield the EU […]