New Producer Economic Security Act re-introduced
A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says re-introduced bi-partisan legislation would offer a solution to farmland access for beginning farmers. Illinois Democrat Nikki Budzinski says the New Producer […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: May 1, 2025
Jul. corn closed at $4.72 and 1/4, down 3 and 1/4 centsJul. soybeans closed at $10.50 and 1/4, up 5 and 3/4 centsJul. soybean meal closed at $294.30, down $3.70Jul. […]
Soybeans see rally to start May
Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying. Contracts had some help from a higher move in bean oil, which was up on the strong pace of U.S. export […]
Dairy farmer welcomes rain on new alfalfa seeding
A southwestern Wisconsin dairy farmer says this morning’s rain arrived at a good time. Mike Yager tells Brownfield he’s done planting all of his new alfalfa and grasses. “As of […]
March soybean crush numbers strong, corn grind mixed
March’s domestic soybean crush numbers were strong. The USDA says 207 million bushels of beans were crushed, rising 17 million from the previous month and 3 million from a year […]
National FFA Secretary credits Ohio FFA for preparing him for next steps
Photo provided by the National FFA Organization. The National FFA Secretary says his time as an Ohio FFA member helped prepare him for his role at the national level. Southwest Ohio […]
Michigan 4-H Foundation excited for new funding opportunities
Newly released Michigan 4-H license plates will be able to increase investments in youth programming. Michigan 4-H Foundation Director Abbey Miller tells Brownfield, “Any driver can go to their local […]
Senate Bill 28 signed into law, provides water protections for Indiana farmers
Indiana Governor Mike Braun has signed a bill into law that will provide ground water protections for the state’s farmers and landowners. Indiana Farm Bureau president Randy Kron says water […]
Best Hamburger contest kicks off Wisconsin Beef Month
Photo: Staff at Brazen Head Pub in West Bend, winner of 2025 Wisconsin Beef Council Best Burger Contest (Photo supplied by Wisconsin Beef Council) A new Wisconsin’s best hamburger has […]
Sen. Ricketts holds trade discussions with Taiwan, Philippines
A U.S. Senator says there could be some more trading opportunities with Taiwan and the Philippines. Nebraska’s Pete Ricketts says he recently met with leaders from both countries. “There’s a […]