China meets initial soybean purchase commitment, economist warns uncertainty could continue to weigh on U.S. soybean farmers
An ag economist at Ohio State University says ongoing trade uncertainty with China continues to create volatility for U.S. soybean farmers. Ian Sheldon says additional unsold export volume could continue to […]
Minnesota Farm Bureau to continue tax and environmental push at Capital
Minnesota Farm Bureau plans to keep pushing on issues carrying over from last year’s legislative session. Director of public policy Loren Dower says MFBF is seeking additional provisions in the […]
Long-term optimism for commodity markets
An agricultural economist remains optimistic about the long-term future of commodities. “We may have a hard today, but hopefully that’ll yield easy tomorrows.” Erik Hoegemeyer, with Midland University, says low […]
U.S. biofuel growth could lift soy prices, reduce China dependence
The CEO of the Minnesota Soybean Processors says he’s optimistic new biofuels policy can grow U.S. soybean crush and help soybean farmers reduce their dependence on China. Jeramie Weller tells […]
National Pork Board emphasizes herd health as cornerstone of industry’s future
The director of swine health for the National Pork Board says the health of the U.S. swine herd is critical to every pork producer’s livelihood and the industry’s future. Meredith […]
New 2026 DEKLAB and Asgrow Trait Lineups
The DEKALB and Asgrow brands are launching 43 new products for the 2026 crop year designed to help farmers better manage disease and weed pressure. In this Managing for Profit, […]
Carbon pipeline bills spark debate during 2026 Iowa legislative session
The executive director of the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association says carbon pipeline legislation has been a big focus of the 2026 Iowa Legislative Session. Monte Shaw, a supporter of carbon […]
Apple growers struggle with tight margins
An analyst for a specialty crop organization says high input costs and low farm gate prices are not just a problem for row crop producers. Christopher Gerlach with the […]
Overseas demand continues to support U.S. beef and pork profitability
A member of the U.S. Meat Export Federation’s executive committee says he’s optimistic about the future of U.S. beef and pork exports. Matt Schuiteman tells Brownfield, “We’re in a cycle of profitability […]
Soybeans weak, corn mixed, watching weather in South America
Soybeans were modestly lower on fund and technical selling. Soybeans are watching weather in South America, including chances for more hot, dry weather in southern Argentina, potentially stressing the crop. […]