Big Buck, Big Story: Rob Sand’s 200-Inch Urban Bowhunt in Des Moines
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Iowa soybean leader says domestic demand key to improving farm income
An eastern Iowa farmer says profitability is his biggest concern heading into the 2026 growing season. Robb Ewoldt, who’s also a farmer-leader with the United Soybean Board, tells Brownfield, “It’s […]
China’s soybean commitment brings reassurance to U.S. farmers, says Kansas Soybean Assn CEO
The CEO of the Kansas Soybean Association says China’s verbal commitment to purchase U.S. soybeans helps provide some reassurance for farmers. Kaleb Little says the deal includes exports sales […]
Soybean yields dip from late-season dryness, but corn shows resilience in north central Illinois
A farmer in north central Illinois says it’s been a somewhat surprising harvest season. Mark Wilson, who raises corn, soybeans, and hogs in Stark County, says heavy disease pressure limited […]
Red crown rot spreading concern for Illinois soybean growers
A local co-operative manager says red crown rot is becoming an increasing concern for soybean growers in his area. Travis Gillett, who oversees the Alma branch of Effingham Equity in […]
Analyst says soybean rally presents selling opportunity
A market analyst says soybean producers have a good opportunity to sell some grain. Greg McBride with Allendale says the January futures contract went above the $11 mark this week […]
Analyst urges caution as China commits to major U.S. ag purchases
China has committed to buying more U.S. soybeans in the next three years, but Tommy Grisafi with Ag Bull Marketing tells Brownfield… “Until it gets put on a boat and […]
Illinois dairy herds remain HPAI-free as state vet urges strong biosecurity this fall
The Illinois state veterinarian says officials continue to monitor the state’s dairy herd for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Dr. Mark Ernst tells Brownfield, “The USDA has designated Illinois as […]
Helena Agri-Enterprises launching free agricultural education curriculum
A new agricultural education curriculum is helping students discover careers in agriculture. Innovation Never Stops from Helena Agri-Enterprises is a free, nine-part program series that helps ag teachers integrate hands-on learning […]
China resumes large-scale U.S. soybean imports following Trump-Xi meeting
China has agreed to significant purchases of U.S. soybeans over the next three years. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Fox Business Network this morning China will start buying 25 […]