FFA programs prepare young people for their future
A state FFA officer says National FFA Week showcases the opportunities available for young people. Wisconsin’s Parliamentarian Max Luedtke tells Brownfield FFA prepares students with leadership skills. “Such as job […]
CoBank economist flags weather and geopolitical risks to ag economy
An ag economist suggests there could be shocks to the market in the year ahead. Tanner Ehmke with CoBank says the transition out of a La Nina weather pattern might […]
Southeast Asia trade frameworks could significantly increase demand for U.S. pork
The vice president of government affairs with the National Pork Producers Council says the U.S. pork industry stands to benefit from a flurry of new trade frameworks in southeast Asia. […]
Soybeans, corn mixed Monday, watching weather in South America
Soybeans were mixed. The trade’s monitoring harvest in Brazil, now around 30% complete, and development weather in Argentina. Argentina’s crop rating has slid quite a bit this year but did […]
Cattle futures lower, lean hogs higher
At the, Chicago Mercantile Exchange ,live and feeder cattle futures were sharply lower, pressured by profit taking, technical liquidation, and a generally bearish day in the broader market due to […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: February 23, 2026
Mar. corn $4.27 and 1/2, unchangedMar. soybeans $11.34 and 1/4, down 3 and 1/4 centsMar. soybean meal $308.70, down $1.10Mar. soybean oil 59.39, up 47 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.69 and […]
Iowa State Record Black Crappie Caught | Interview with Mickey Thompson
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Goss: Interest rate cuts likely later this year as inflation cools
An ag economist says he expects the Federal Reserve to lower short-term interest rates. Ernie Goss with Creighton University tells Brownfield, “I look for a couple of cuts on the […]
Taiwan trade deal to eliminate tariffs on U.S. wheat, expand market access
A trade policy expert says the recently announced reciprocal trade agreement could help expand market access for U.S. wheat in Taiwan. Ryan Olson with U.S. Wheat Associates says the deal would permanently lower […]
Eastern Arkansas faces sharp decline in rice plantings
An ag lender says low prices will likely cause fewer planted rice acres in eastern Arkansas this spring; a concern for the largest rice producing state in the country. Greg […]