Advocate or Reporter? Know the Difference.
I have said it before and will continue to shout it from the rooftops: There’s a difference between an advocate and a reporter whether you’re talking about agriculture, politics, or […]
Uncertainty dominates for grain farmers starting to plan for the next season
An agricultural policy specialist says farmers are likely to delay their planting decisions as long as possible with the current market uncertainty. Michigan State University’s Alan Ker tells Brownfield it’s a very difficult […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 22, 2025
Dec. corn $4.23, up 3 and 1/4 centsNov. soybeans $10.34 and 3/4, up 4 centsDec. soybean meal $290.00, up $3.10Dec. soybean oil 50.07, down 58 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $5.03 and […]
Market analysts say US, China trade negotiations could bring fresh momentum to soybean markets
A senior market advisor at Total Farm Marketing says the ag industry remains optimistic that upcoming trade negotiations between the U.S. and China could result in a boost in soybean prices. […]
Reliable Rail bill continues to gain support
Legislation designed to improve railroad service remains held up in committee as lawmakers focus on funding the government. Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin tells Brownfield reliable railroad service has been absent, […]
Corn futures edge higher on strong ethanol demand amid U.S. harvest progress
Soybeans were mixed, with nearby contracts up and deferred months down. Beans continue to wait for meetings between the U.S. and China this week in Malaysia and next week in […]
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 […]