Nebraska farmer questions USDA’s record corn crop projection
A farmer in south central Nebraska says he’s skeptical of the latest supply and demand report from the USDA. Randy Uhramcher says the department is still projecting a record corn […]
Rain develops on parts of the Plains; cooler, largely dry weather across most of the Corn Belt
Across the Corn Belt, somewhat cooler air has overspread the Ohio Valley and the Great Lakes States. Still, dry weather is promoting late-season fieldwork, including final corn and soybean harvest […]
Mild weather to continue, for, now across the Heartland; more moisture ahead
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or below-normal temperatures in the West, while warmer-than-normal weather will prevail from the Plains to the Atlantic […]
Study shows relationships with ag equipment dealers remains important to farmers
A new study from Purdue University shows that farmers value relationships with their ag equipment dealers as they continue to build out their operations. Scott Downey is with the Center for […]
Growing demand for U.S. red meat for nearly 50 years
A continued focus on market diversification. The new chairman of USMEF says for nearly 50 years the organization has been committed to diversifying export markets for U.S. red meat products. […]
USDA steps up fight against HPAI with on-site audits
The USDA says it is taking steps in the battle against highly pathogenic avian influenza. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Vaden says cases of HPAI have been on the rise, […]
USDA supply and demand report returns after shutdown, Deputy Secretary says its crucial for market decisions
The Deputy Secretary of Agriculture says Friday’s release of the supply and demand report from the USDA comes at a crucial time. In an interview with Brownfield, Stephen Vaden said […]
Soybeans, corn, and wheat down Friday as USDA adjusts yields, stocks, and global outlooks
Soybeans were sharply lower on fund and technical selling, while still closing higher for the week. The USDA did lower U.S. yield and production slightly, while cutting ending stocks to […]
Reaching out matters: warning signs of farmer stress highlighted by extension specialist
An extension mental health specialist says farmers can exhibit signs of stress in many ways. Emily Krekelberg with the University of Minnesota tells Brownfield it’s important to remember stress looks […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 14, 2025
Dec. corn $4.30 and 1/4, down 11 and 1/4 centsJan. soybeans $11.24 and 1/2, down 22 and 1/2 centsDec. soybean meal $322.50, down $5.90Dec. soybean oil 50.15, down 10 pointsDec. […]