Santa’s dairy consumption is significant
A dairy economist says a Christmas tradition has a noticeable impact on overall dairy consumption. Leonard Polzin with the University of Wisconsin says leaving milk and cookies for Santa Claus […]
ISU agronomist says 2025 southern rust outbreak offers lessons
An extension agronomist says southern rust was an unexpected disease pressure for growers in 2025. Meaghan Anderson with Iowa State University says southern rust impacted a large portion of the […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 5, 2026
Mar. corn $4.44 and 1/2, up 7 centsMar. soybeans $10.62, up 16 and 1/4 centsMar. soybean meal $299.90, up $3.99Mar. soybean oil 49.87, up 57 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.12 and […]
Producer says local push needed to support whole milk law
A Wisconsin dairy farmer says the task of getting whole and 2% milk back into schools now needs local support. Mike Yager milks cows near Mineral Point, Wisconsin. He tells […]
Corn, soybeans bounce off recent lows as wheat ends session mixed
Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying. Contracts bounced off the recent lows, monitoring weather in South America. Central Brazil saw good rain over the weekend, while near-term, […]
Allendale analyst sees more soybean acres next season
The director of brokerage for Allendale suggests there could be an increase in soybean acres during the 2026 growing season. Greg McBride tells Brownfield, “We’re still talking about 95 or […]
ODA says it’s committed to helping preserve the state’s farmland in 2026
The director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture says the agency is committed to preserving the state’s farmland in 2026. Brian Baldridge says a new $1 million grant program will […]
The right way to cut costs in 2026
An ag economist at Purdue University says farmers should be considering more than cost when making input decisions for 2026. Michael Langemeier tells Brownfield, “You want to compare the benefits of […]
ADAI relaunches Hot Chocolate Milk in Schools, emphasizing the importance of dairy to a balanced diet
The youth wellness manager for the American Dairy Association Indiana says a recently revamped school nutrition program is emphasizing the importance of dairy to a balanced diet. Sheri Shipp says […]
H-2A wage rule sets floor, not ceiling, as farmers prioritize retaining skilled labor
An ag labor specialist says many farmers who use the H-2A guest worker program are planning to offer wages above the new minimums set by the Department of Labor. Sarah Black with Great Lakes Ag Labor Services tells Brownfield it’s a […]