Soybeans, corn, wheat decline on risk off sentiment, weather
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling. Soybeans are watching U.S. planting, expecting generally good progress in many areas. Crush margins remain solid, canceling out some of the demand […]
Increasing number of dust storms causing concern
A central Illinois farmer says he’s concerned about the growing number of dust storms plaguing the Midwest. Jim Reed, who grows corn and soybeans in Piatt County, tells Brownfield… “There […]
Delayed farm program details leave farmers guessing on ARC, PLC
An economist says the slow release of farm program details and lack of a new farm bill have producers wondering what ARC and PLC will eventually look like. Paul Mitchell […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: May 20, 2026
Jul. corn $4.65 and 3/4, down 9 and 1/2 centsJul. soybeans $11.99 and 3/4, down 9 and 3/4 centsJul. soybean meal $330.90, down $1.40Jul. soybean oil 74.66, down 78 pointsJul. […]
Cargill initiates lockout at beef facility in Fort Morgan
Cargill has initiated an employee lockout at its Fort Morgan, Colorado beef facility. The company says it made the difficult decision after months of bargaining because it cannot operate the […]
Corteva expert says now is the time to prepare for tar spot
A crop protection specialist suggests it’s not too soon for corn growers to be thinking about tar spot. Jason Gibson with Corteva Agriscience says the crop disease continues to spread […]
Indiana farmers connecting foreign buyers to U.S. soybean production
Foreign soybean buyers are getting a firsthand look at how U.S. soybeans are produced. Shelby County, Indiana farmer Bryan Fischer, owner of Fischers Food Grade, Seed, and Farms recently hosted trade teams from […]
Food Bank Council of Michigan says surplus farm produce supports Feeding America
A food bank leader says collaborations with farmers help provide fresh produce to the Feeding America network throughout the growing season. Phil Knight is the Chief Executive Officer of the […]
Broiler placements stay 2% ahead of last year
Broiler placements continue to rise year-over-year as poultry operations expand to meet demand. The USDA says 198.107 million broiler-type chicks were placed into meat production, down 529,000 on the week, […]
Sulfur supply shocks part of fertilizer price hikes
The CEO of domestic phosphate fertilizer producer Itafos says sulfur has become the supply chain’s most critical bottleneck. “We’ve got a global situation unlike anything we’ve ever seen.” David Delaney […]