Cattle futures surge on post-holiday rally as markets react to Mexico border comments
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle futures continued to rally in the post-holiday session. The market is likely reacting to the Secretary of Agriculture’s comments relating to the […]
More farmers are profiting from carbon markets
A carbon markets advisor says more farmers are turning their sustainable practices into cash. Lauren Lindner with Indigo Ag tells Brownfield there are several carbon market opportunities including their Carbon […]
Minnesota Wheat president says farmers need the certainty of a new farm bill
The president of the Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers hopes Congress prioritizes the farm bill early in 2026. Kevin Leiser says farmers need certainty. “The biggest thing is if you […]
Robotic ‘DroneDog’ gives farmers a new high-tech security option
The director of sales with Asylon (Ay-sih-lon) Robotics says some farmers are turning to a futuristic version of man’s best friend to protect their investments. Kurt George says DroneDog is […]
Soybeans, corn higher after Thanksgiving holiday
The market ended up the week with three consecutive higher sessions. There was another flash sale of soybeans announced on Friday morning from the USDA. That continues to add the recently […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 28, 2025
Dec. corn $4.35 and 1/4 , up 3 and 1/2 cents Jan. soybeans $11.37 3/4 and ½, up 6 and1/4 cents Dec. soybean meal $314.40, down $2.70 Dec soybean oil […]
New study from Purdue University could help identify more drought resistant corn hybrids
Researchers at Purdue University are trying to help identify corn hybrids that are more tolerant to drought conditions. Mike Mickelbart, professor of botany and horticulture, says the project is studying […]
Beef boom balances budget for Minnesota crop and livestock producer
Strong beef prices are helping a Minnesota crop and livestock farmer compensate for low corn and soybean prices. Rose Karau farms near St. James. “On the crop side, the cattle […]
Real Christmas tree prices expected to stay flat at wholesale
The Real Christmas Tree Board says the majority of wholesale growers aren’t planning on raising prices this year. Executive Director Marsha Gray tells Brownfield their annual survey questions farms that supply […]
McCormick: SAF is long-term answer for corn demand, not E15
An ag economist says updates to federal biofuels policies could have a big impact on commodity markets. Jim McCormick with AgMarket.Net says year-round E15 isn’t the long-term answer for corn […]