Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: July 14, 2025
Sep. corn closed at $4.00, up 4 centsAug. soybeans closed at $10.01, down 3 and 1/4 centsAug. soybean meal closed at $267.70, down $2.60Aug. soybean oil closed at 54.17, up […]
Kansas crop conditions hold steady, wheat harvest nearing end
A north-central Kansas farmer says crop conditions are holding steady this month. Mike Musselman says his corn and soybean crops have received just enough moisture. “We’ve never really had a […]
74% of U.S. corn, 70% of soybeans good to excellent
The USDA’s national corn condition rating held over the past week and soybeans improved. That followed another week of generally favorable development conditions in much of the Midwest and Plains. […]
Mid-season disease concerns
A north cental Ohio farmer says he’s concerned mid-season disease development could impact the crop. Owen Niese says vomitoxin continues to impact Ohio producers. “How much moisture we’re going to get, how […]
IFB focused on estate tax relief
The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau says adjustments to the state’s estate tax policy are crucial for the survival of family farms. Brian Duncan, who farms in Ogle County, […]
Wisconsin Supreme Court decision could impact farmers
A Wisconsin Senator says a recent State Supreme Court decision might create more legal challenges on the state’s farms. Howard Marklein says the high court ruled in favor of Governor […]
Large reductions in Michigan cherry crop
A northern Michigan cherry grower says farmers in the region are expecting to harvest a significantly smaller crop following a damaging frost this spring. Ben LaCross tells Brownfield a warmup […]
Managing corn rootworm with Vorceed Enlist from Pioneer
A corn specialist with Pioneer says corn rootworm has become increasingly problematic the last few years. Macy Marek tells Brownfield, “You can think back to only having struggles of it […]
Turkey hatchery data implies supply growth
Turkey hatchery numbers are pointing towards an increase in supply. That’s as the industry continues efforts to rebuild the flock following infections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. The USDA says […]
Specialty crop growers thankful for marketing assistance
A potato industry leader says a second wave of Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops program payments has been a welcome relief for growers. Michigan Potato Industry Commission’s Kelly Turner tells […]