Despite ag economy concerns, Illinois farmer keeping 2026 cropping plans unchanged
A central Illinois farmer says he’s not making major changes to his operation in 2026, despite the uneasiness hanging over the ag economy. John Klemm, who raises corn, soybeans, and […]
U.S. soybean farmer stresses need for dialogue with China as trade tensions linger
An Iowa soybean farmer says an upcoming trade mission to China could provide opportunities for the U.S. soybean industry. “We’ll try to get a take from them where we’re at,” […]
Cattle market continues to face unprecedented volatility
A commodity broker says there continues to be a lot of risk in the cattle markets. Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek tells Brownfield, “Forty-five years I’ve done this. It’s […]
Strong demand drives U.S. ethanol supplies to 51-week low as production and exports rise
Strong demand has pulled the U.S. ethanol supply to a near-one year low. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says ethanol stocks of 21.919 million barrels were the lowest in 51 […]
Extended shutdown could threaten grain trade outreach
The chairman of the U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council says an extended government shutdown could put vital trade outreach at risk. Mark Wilson, who farms in north central Illinois, says […]
SpeakAg Pioneer program helping state officers strengthen communication skills
A nationwide leadership initiative is helping the next generation of leaders strengthen and advance their communication skills. Lauren Agrotte with Indiana FFA says the Speak Ag Pioneer Program is teaching participants how […]
New initiative will help inform Federal Reserve about ag industry
A new initiative from the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City could help inform federal policy that impacts the ag industry. Nathan Kauffman says the Center for the Ag and […]
Favorable weather accelerates South American soybean and corn planting
Planting conditions are favorable for South American farmers. Michael Cordonnier with Soybean and Corn Advisor says about a quarter of the Brazilian soybean crop is planted. “The big state of […]
Laureates say progress against global hunger has stalled
Past recipients of the World Food Prize are calling for bold action on food security. “Progress against hunger has come to a standstill,” said 2010 World Food Prize winner David […]
Illinois cattle producers say Argentinian beef imports threaten markets and herd health
The executive vice president of the Illinois Beef Association (IBA) says the organization has concerns about the Trump administration’s efforts to lower beef prices. “We’re strongly opposed to the federal […]