Acreage battle could support grain prices into 2027
A market analyst says having a flexible marketing plan gives farmers an opportunity to capitalize on higher moves in the market. Dan Basse with Ag Resource Company says prices have […]
Beneficial for some, harvest delays for others as widespread rains expand across much of the Heartland
Across the Corn Belt, a band of rain stretching from southeastern Nebraska into the Great Lakes region is leading to renewed corn and soybean harvest delays. Meanwhile, warm, dry weather […]
Temps ahead to vary (seasonal to above) for the Heartland; organized rains for many to yield to a much drier pattern
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures nationwide, except for cooler-than-normal conditions in the Northeast. The western U.S. will have the greatest likelihood of […]
Corn could offer clues to China’s $17 billion ag purchase pledge
An ag economist says he’s watching for signs China is moving toward fulfilling its $17 billion non-soybean ag purchase commitment. Ben Brown with University of Missouri Extension says China has […]
Cattle industry continues to navigate a volatile market
Outside influences continue to cause volatility in the cattle market. Jackie Moore with Joplin Regional Stockyards in Missouri says last week’s slaughter slowdown is problematic. “Last week they had the […]
Merck highlights new technology to monitor calf behavior
Merck Animal Health is highlighting new releases at the World Dairy Expo this week. Associate director for dairy monitoring Chase Milem says SenseHub Dairy Youngstock Monitoring empowers producers to grow […]
Soybeans rebound as corn drifts downward
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. Beans bought back part of the recent drop, remaining optimistic about demand from China. While China’s 10% import tariff on U.S. beans […]
Rising diesel costs sharpen focus on farm breakevens
The chief economist at the USDA says rising diesel costs are becoming a greater concern for agriculture as harvest continues. Justin Benavidez says fuel costs are pressuring balance sheets. “Until […]
Eastern Iowa farmer calls out soaring inputs
An eastern Iowa farmer says the financial strain from high production costs is becoming increasingly difficult to manage. “We have a broken market when we look at our inputs.” Lance […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 29, 2026
Dec. corn $5.22, down 1 centNov. soybeans $12.97 and 3/4, up 9 and 1/2 centsOct. soybean meal $360.10, down $1.60Oct. soybean oil 67.85, up 74 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $6.91 and […]