Celebrating 35 years of USB with Sandy Ludeman
Celebrating 35 years of building demand and creating new opportunities for soybean farmers. This week we’re talking with Sandy Ludeman and looking back at more than three decades of farmer-led […]
Ag economist concerned about input picture for 2027 crops
An agricultural economist at the University of Illinois says he’s concerned that climbing fertilizer prices may impact farmers’ ability to adequately manage crops in 2027. Nick Paulson says a drawn-out […]
Eastern Arkansas farmer warns of severe drought as planting season begins
A farmer in eastern Arkansas says he’s concerned about the ongoing dry conditions as the planting season begins. “I think we’re 15 to 20 inches deficient of rainfall right now.” […]
Michigan State study early results find low PFAS risk in farm soils
Preliminary research at Michigan State University had found a low risk of forever chemicals in agricultural soils. MSU AgBioResearch PFAS Outreach Specialist Katie King says samples last year from 17 […]
Nebraska FFA expanding ag awareness in urban classrooms
Some Nebraska FFA members say building connections in urban communities is an important step for growing the future of agriculture. Leah Christen, state secretary from Lewiston, says students are […]
Farmers urged to take a full-season approach to crop management ahead of 2026 crop year
A Syngenta agronomist says creating a proactive crop management plan will be key to maximizing yields in 2026. Jami Loecker says using last year’s records as a guide could help […]
A mild to unseasonably warm, progressively wetter pattern again ahead for the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures and precipitation across much of the country. Cooler-than-normal conditions will be confined to northern sections of Washington, […]
Price: global competition and rising costs eroding U.S. farm advantage
The executive vice president of the Southern Cotton Ginners Association says there’s a growing perception the U.S. farmer has lost their competitive advantage in the global marketplace. Tim Price tells […]
Soybeans and wheat were higher, corn was mostly higher
Soybeans were higher, building off of Wednesday’s gains. Soybean oil and soybean meal were also higher. The administration confirmed President Trump will visit China in May. The market is also […]
Cattle futures higher heading into the end of the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up watching direct business develop. April live cattle closed $.67 at $235.10 and June live cattle closed $.95 higher at […]