Wolf delisting bill passes House
Legislation that would remove wolves from the Endangered Species List has again passed the U.S. House of Representatives. Congressman Tom Tiffany of Wisconsin co-authored the Pet and Livestock Protection Act […]
Cordonnier: lack of South America weather problems keeps grain prices in check
An analyst says a weather scare in South America could help improve U.S. grain prices, but so far, there aren’t any concerns. Michael Cordonnier with Soybean and Corn Advisor says […]
Soybeans see another round of losses, with corn weak and wheat mixed
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling, seeing notable week-to-week losses. Soybeans continue to monitor weather in South America, which looks good, aside from dry conditions in parts of […]
Weed management strategies for 2026
An agronomy systems specialist at Ohio State University says farmers should start planning their weed management strategies for the 2026 crop year. Stephanie Karhoff says weed control starts in the fall. […]
Boozman: lawmakers can make headway on farm bill in 2026
The chairman of the U.S. Senate Ag Committee says he’s optimistic lawmakers can make progress on a new farm bill in 2026. John Boozman from Arkansas says even in an […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 19, 2025
Mar. corn $4.43 and 3/4, down 3/4 centJan. soybeans $10.49 and 1/4, down 3 centsJan. soybean meal $297.60, down 80 centsJan soybean oil 47.90, down 11 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.09 […]
USTR plans to address agricultural disputes in USMCA review
The U.S. Trade Representative says unresolved agricultural issues remain a top priority in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Ambassador Jamieson Greer recently told lawmakers improving market access for U.S. dairy products will […]
November egg numbers down on year, placements vary by type
U.S. egg supplies should remain tight in the near-term, but there are some signs of expansion. The USDA says 8.692 billion eggs were produced in November 2025, a dip of […]
Snowfall deceiving as Midwest drought concerns linger
The Illinois state climatologist says a snowy start to winter and a Christmas warm-up could help ease the lingering effects of the fall drought in the Midwest. Dr. Trent Ford […]
USDA: November cattle placements, marketings well below a year ago
The USDA’s latest Cattle on Feed report shows big year-to-year drops for placements and marketings. Placements into U.S. feedlots during November 2025 were the lowest since this series of reports […]