Soybeans down, corn mostly weak, watching weather
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling. Beans were down on spillover from bean products while reacting to increased trade tensions over tariffs with China. U.S. planting and development […]
Illinois planting continues
The USDA says Illinois farmers continue to make planting progress. Western Illinois farmer Brady Holst, who’s based in Hancock County, says his fields are off to a good start. “We […]
Southwestern Indiana farmer continues to battle wet weather
A southwestern Indiana farmer says wet weather continues to cause planting delays. Ben Kron raises corn and soybeans in Vanderburgh County. “We’re having issues with standing water in places and a […]
R-CALF requesting investigation into false New World screwworm report
The president and CEO of R-CALF USA is requesting a federal investigation into a suspected false report that New World screwworm was detected in the U.S. Bill Bullard tells Brownfield […]
Wet weather could lead to acreage shifts in Ohio
A northwest Ohio farmer says the slow start to the 2025 planting season could result in some acres switching from corn to soybeans. Justin Gravatt says he recently made the decision […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: June 2, 2025
Jul. corn closed at $4.38 and 1/4, down 5 and 3/4 centsJul. soybeans closed at $10.33 and 1/2, down 8 and 1/4 centsJul. soybean meal closed at $293.90, down $2.40Jul. […]
Kansas farmer says corn crop is off and running
A western Kansas farmer says his corn crop is off to a good start due to timely rains and warmer weather. Clay Schemm farms near Sharon Springs. “It’s got a […]
69% of U.S. corn, 67% soybeans good to excellent
The USDA’s national corn, winter wheat, and spring wheat ratings improved slightly over the past week. That was due to generally favorable weather in many key growing areas. As of […]
Wisconsin crops, soil conditions vary
Wisconsin crop conditions vary, as the May weather affected planting and emergence differently around the state. As June begins, Janesville farmer Doug Rebout likes what he sees. “I’m looking out […]
Southeast Nebraska farmer closely monitoring stand issues
A southeast Nebraska farmer says he’s concerned about stand issues for his corn and soybean crops. Logan Bredemeier tells Brownfield, “We’ve finally gotten some some heat now to get some […]