An inconsistent 2025 planting season
An Ohio farmer says the 2025 planting season has been inconsistent. Eric Tipton says he’s finished planting on his farm, but that’s not the case for farmers in other areas. […]
Simpson to lead National Council of Farmer Cooperatives
A policy expert with Bayer Crop Science will be the new CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives. Duane Simpson will start July 14. Simpson is a Kansas native […]
Words of wisdom for the grad’s next chapter
Commentary. Although the June solstice is still a couple of weeks away, many view the Memorial Day holiday as their official kick-off to summer. High school and college graduations are […]
Decent basis in southern Minnesota
A crop farmer in south-central Minnesota says local cash prices are decent. Tim Waibel of Courtland tells Brownfield the basis for soybeans is firming up. “Running a zero basis on […]
Ohio Pork makes large donation to help fight food insecurity
Photo provided by the Ohio Pork Council. The Ohio Pork Council is helping address food insecurity with several donations of fresh pork across the state through its Pork Power program. President-elect […]
Moisture key as weed control moves into post-emergence
Many farmers are moving into their post-emergence weed management plans. University of Illinois Extension weed scientist Aaron Hager says as crops emerge across the Midwest, moisture becomes very important. “As […]
Soybeans, corn give back gains on planting progress
Soybeans were lower on profit taking and technical selling. Planting is faster than average and emergence is solid, with generally favorable weather in the near-term forecast, even with some concerns […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: May 28, 2025
Jul. corn closed at $4.51, down 8 and 1/2 centsJul. soybeans closed at $10.47 and 1/2, down 14 centsJul. soybean meal closed at $293.70, down $2.60Jul. soybean oil closed at […]
Whole milk bill to get Senate Ag Committee hearing
Legislation that would bring whole milk back to school-based nutrition programs will get a hearing before the Senate Ag Committee. Senate Bill 222 is the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids […]
USDA boosts state meat processing reimbursement
The USDA will increase its reimbursement for meat and poultry inspection programs this year and the CEO of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture says it’s appreciated. Ted […]