Vaden: USDA reorganization on track
The Deputy Secretary at USDA says the agency’s reorganization is on track, with most elements expected to be completed by the end of the year. “We’re moving full speed ahead.” […]
Top-tier acres buck trend in mixed Minnesota farmland market
Farmland values are mixed in south-central Minnesota. Compeer Financial certified appraiser Jeremy Fluegge says he uses three benchmark properties to evaluate the market. “One of the markets has actually gone […]
Veterinary services bill would improve resources to address rural, Tribal health risks
A U.S. House subcommittee is considering legislation that would expand veterinary public health services in Tribal and rural areas. Alaskan Congressman and bill sponsor Nick Begich says limited access to […]
New alfalfa varieties don’t go to market overnight
New alfalfa varieties can take up to 11 years to reach farmers’ fields, but Forage Genetics International’s Phil Bollman says that long pipeline is delivering healthier, higher-yielding options for today’s […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: June 9, 2026
Jul. corn $4.19 and 1/2, up 3/4 centsJul. soybeans $11.13 and 3/4, down 2 centsJul. soybean meal $301.10, down $1.60Jul. soybean oil 74.91, up 35 pointsJul. Chicago wheat $5.85 and […]
Cattle futures mostly higher waiting on direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were mostly higher on tight ready supplies, waiting on direct business to develop. August live cattle closed $2.97 higher at $239.70 […]
Land constraints limiting rebuilding of the cattle herd
The owner of one of the largest sale barns in the country says access to land is contributing to the slow rebuilding of the cattle herd. Jackie Moore is with Joplin Regional Stockyards in […]
PIC unveils AI-powered tool to improve pork quality measurement
The global director of applied meat science for PIC (Pig Improvement Company) says they’ve developed a digital tool to improve the accuracy of quality measures of color and marbling. Speaking […]
Ag groups pushing for more action to expand farmland access for young producers
Some ag groups say more needs to be done to ensure the next generation of U.S. farmers and ranchers have access to prime farmland. Tristan Quinn-Thibodeau with the National Family […]
Ag economist says producers concerned land use pressures will impact Midwest farmland values
An ag economist says some producers are concerned continued development will impact the ag land market. Michael Langemeier is the director of Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture. “Usually, the index of […]