U.S. red meat production fell in 2025 despite a brief surge at the end of the year
An extension economist with Texas A&M University says total U.S. meat production surged in December. David Anderson says it was a sharp contrast to the rest of the year, which […]
Illinois farmer looks to winter moisture after better-than-expected 2025 harvest
A central Illinois farmer says his 2025 harvest was surprising. Kent Kleinschmidt, who farms in Logan County, says the late-season drought didn’t impact his yields as much as he expected. […]
2025 was an up and down year for dairy
A dairy market advisor is expecting 2026 to be more challenging for producers. Jenny Wackershauser with Ever.ag tells Brownfield 2025 was an up and down year. “We’re really kind of […]
Seasonal, late-December weather for most across the Heartland; milder parts of the Plains
Across the Corn Belt, wind-blown snow showers and squalls are causing local travel disruptions in the Great Lakes region. Meanwhile, Wednesday’s high temperatures will remain below 10°F in much of […]
Seasonal, late-December weather for most across the Heartland; milder parts of the Plains
Across the Corn Belt, wind-blown snow showers and squalls are causing local travel disruptions in the Great Lakes region. Meanwhile, Wednesday’s high temperatures will remain below 10°F in much of […]
How Bayer Corn and Soybean Production Plants Promote DEKALB® and Asgrow® Seed Quality
Bayer Crop Science’s seed production plants play a critical role in ensuring the performance farmers expect from DEKALB® corn and Asgrow® soybeans. In this Managing for Profit, Clint Rodenberg, production […]
New opportunities for old dairy farms
A research veterinarian expects to see new opportunities for dairy farms that don’t milk anymore. Dr. Keith Poulsen with the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory tells Brownfield he expects high demand […]
Reflecting on a challenging 2025 crop year
A central Indiana farmer says he’s reflecting on a challenging 2025 crop year. Jim Douglas raises corn and soybeans in Shelby County. “It had taken over 60 days for us […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 30, 2025
Mar. corn $4.40 and 1/2, down 1 and 3/4 centsJan. soybeans $10.46 and 1/4, down 3 and 1/4 centsJan. soybean meal $296.70, down $2.10Jan soybean oil 48.93, up 15 pointsMar. […]
HPAI confirmed in central Iowa backyard flock
Iowa officials say highly pathogenic avian influenza was recently detected in the central part of the state. State Ag Secretary Mike Naig says the disease has impacted a small multi-species […]