Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: May 5, 2026
Jul. corn $4.80, down 5 and 3/4 centsJul. soybeans $12.11 and 1/2, down 11 and 1/4 centsJul. soybean meal $320.40, down 50 centsJul. soybean oil 76.91, up 38 pointsJul. Chicago […]
2026 ethanol exports remain on pace to shatter 2025 record
Global demand for U.S. ethanol was strong during the first quarter of 2026. The Renewable Fuels Association says that during the first three months of year, the U.S. has exported […]
Ag Economy Barometer signals growing concern about profit margins in 2026
An ag economist says rising input costs and concerns about product availability due to the ongoing conflict in Iran led to a decline in farmer sentiment in this month’s Purdue […]
Spring storms bring hail coverage reminders
The crop sales leader with COUNTRY Financial says hail has been plaguing some newly emerged crops this spring. Jason Maschhoff says both corn and soybean fields have been impacted by […]
Hydrogen exploration in Iowa moves forward under new state guidelines
Iowa lawmakers have signed off on new guidelines for companies that want to tap hydrogen beneath the ground. State Senator Derek Wulf, a Republican from Hudson, says the measure creates […]
Drought deepens across Central Plains, slashing winter wheat outlook
Intensifying drought conditions in parts of the Central Plains are a taking serious toll on this year’s winter wheat crop. Southwest Kansas farmer Gary Millershaski says his area has only […]
Fuel prices put additional stress on farm finances
The cost of fuel is taking a bigger bite out of a dairy farmer’s margin. Northern Wisconsin dairy and crop farmer Ben Augustine says, “Trucking milk here is getting way […]
Wild weather now, mild weather later
An atmospheric scientist says many farmers will have to wait for warmer weather. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions says, “I think you’ve got to get past Mother’s Day before […]
Wildfire threat continues in Nebraska, Great Plains
An ag meteorologist says the threat of wildfires could stick around for an extended period of time in Nebraska. “It would probably take multiple (rain) events at this point,” USDA’s […]
Farmers are watching as U.S. prepares for China trade talks
The president of the American Soybean Association says the upcoming meeting between the U.S. and China could help boost profit margins for U.S. soybean farmers. Scott Metzger says producers need […]