A mild to warm continues across much of the Heartland; a limited precip pattern for most
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures and near- or below-normal precipitation across much of the country. Colder-than-normal conditions will be […]
NGFA CEO says rising diesel prices increasing grain transportation costs across industries
The CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association says the conflict in Iran is impacting transportation costs throughout the supply chain. Mike Seyfert says higher diesel prices are impacting […]
Farm Bureau opposes proposed railroad merger
A farm organization is opposing the planned merger between the Union Pacific and Norfolk and Southern railroads because of rural service and cost concerns. American Farm Bureau Federation economist Danny […]
Cover crops can raise yields and cut costs over time
The director of the University of Missouri’s Center for Regenerative Agriculture says the yield benefits of cover crops take time. Rob Myers says it takes three to five years for […]
Celebrating Women in Agriculture
I come from a long line of women in agriculture. National Agriculture Week during National Women’s History Month is the perfect time to recognize and celebrate them! The post Celebrating […]
NCBA says updated tax code gives cattle producers tools to expand operations and plan for the next generation
A lobbyist with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says recent changes to the tax code provides incentives for producers to invest back into their operations. Executive director, government affairs Kent […]
Michigan farmers encourage lawmakers to restore 10 Cents a Meal Program for more fresh food in schools
Michigan vegetable growers say the 10 Cents a Meal Program has worked as an essential tool to support local and affordable fresh food in schools for the past decade. Greg […]
Soybeans, corn see more support from crude oil
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. There was more spillover from crude oil as beans watch Brazil’s harvest and wait for details on U.S./China trade talks, which are […]
Marketing struggles persist even as soybean prices improve
Recent strength in soybean prices has sparked some farmer selling. Brad Kluver farms near Northfield in southern Minnesota and tells Brownfield marketing has been tricky since harvest. “We probably stored […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: March 19, 2026
May corn $4.69 and 3/4, up 6 and 1/2 centsMay soybeans $11.68 and 1/2, up 6 and 3/4 centsMay soybean meal $332.50, up $10.80May soybean oil 65.41, down 12 pointsMay […]