Barn cameras a ‘game changer’ for winter calving on Iowa farm
An eastern Iowa farmer says technology is improving winter calving management. Lance Lillibridge tells Brownfield barn cameras have been a game changer. “You can keep an eye on them on […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 27, 2026
Mar. corn $4.26 and 1/2, down 1 and 3/4 centsMar. soybeans $10.67 and 1/4, up 5 and 1/2 centsMar. soybean meal $294.30, down 30 centsMar. soybean oil 54.41, up 52 […]
Low water levels slowing grain flow down Mississippi River
Low water levels on the Mississippi River are hampering farmers. South central Illinois farmer Heath Houck, who routinely hauls his corn and soybeans to the St. Louis area, says another […]
SCOTUS hearing could delay state failure to warn legislation
The CEO of the Missouri Soybean Association says the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to review a glyphosate lawsuit could put failure to warn legislation on hold. Casey Wasser tells Brownfield, […]
House ag chair still eyes fast track for Farm Bill 2.0
The chairman of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says he’s confident a Farm Bill 2.0 can move quickly in the U.S. House this year. “I’m hoping to get that on […]
Indiana farmers focus on ROI as input costs remain elevated ahead of 2026 crop year
A group of Indiana farmers say the current state of the ag economy is playing a role in their cost management decisions for 2026. Hendricks County farmer David Hardin says it’s […]
Kansas Farm Bureau weighs policy changes affecting farmers, ranchers
The Kansas Farm Bureau says state lawmakers are considering several policy changes that could impact the growth of the state’s ag industry. Claudia Hissong, assistant director for state affairs, says […]
New World screwworm detections in Mexico prompt renewed focus on border safeguards
New World screwworm has continued its move northward. Buck Wehrbein is the president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. “We’re certainly afraid it’s going to get here,” he says. “And that’s going to be a […]
Naig runs again for Iowa Agriculture post as Democrats enter race
Mike Naig is seeking a third term as Iowa’s Secretary of Agriculture. In a statement, Naig said his focus as secretary has always been on delivering results for Iowa. Among […]
Low grain prices could push farmers to plant more alfalfa
Tight corn and soybean margins could push some acres to alfalfa in 2026. Dale Leslein is a hay specialist based in eastern Iowa. “From what I’m hearing from the many […]