Soybeans supported by expectations for U.S./China trade talks
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. Beans have some renewed optimism about high-level U.S./China trade talks expected to happen in mid-May following a social media post by President […]
Cattle futures lower at midweek
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were lower on technical liquidating, waiting on direct business to develop. June live cattle closed $.35 lower at $251.07 and August […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: April 15, 2026
May corn $4.51 and 1/4, up 8 and 1/4 centsMay soybeans $11.67, up 9 centsMay soybean meal $334.40, up $4.70May soybean oil 67.60, up 116 pointsMay Chicago wheat $5.93 and […]
Another week of increases for broiler sets, placements
Chicken supplies will likely continue to grow in the coming weeks. The USDA says 255.581 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubators, surging 3.011 million on the week and 2% […]
Economist says many 2027 fertilizer decisions will be made soon
An ag economist says the U.S.-Iran conflict is not the only reason farmers and retailers are starting to think about their 2027 fertilizer needs. Jacqui Fatka is the lead economist […]
Too wet to plant: Michigan State experts warn of soil moisture risks this season
Michigan State University specialists say excess soil moisture will be a major challenge this planting season. Agronomist Manny Signh says soil temperatures are warming up, but most of the state […]
Michigan ag budget moves forward in Senate with funds for meat processing and local food programs
Members of the Michigan Senate Appropriations Subcommittee say their bipartisan agriculture budget aims to support farmers while addressing consumer price concerns. During Wednesday’s meeting, Democratic Chair John Cherry said dedicating […]
Supreme Court tariff decision sparks refund claims
An ag law specialist says the industry is still assessing how the U.S. Supreme Court’s tariff ruling could affect international trade. Les Glick is the director of international trade practice […]
Iowa program to help farmers refine nitrogen use, protect water resources
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has announced a nitrogen soil sampling project that aims to help farmers save money and improve water quality. State Ag Secretary Mike […]
U.S. turkey growers push for expanded access in USMCA review
U.S. turkey growers have a vested interest in this summer’s review of the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. Minnesota Turkey Growers Association executive director Ashley Kohls says there is no tariff […]