Cold weather has Missouri farmers planning for spring planting
Matt Lambert, a farmer from Linn County, Missouri, tells Brownfield he’s comfortable with how things are sitting ahead of spring. “We were fortunate last fall to have some nice days […]
Cattle futures higher ahead of Friday’s USDA report
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up, waiting on direct business to develop and Friday’s Cattle Inventory report from the USDA. February live cattle closed $1.22 […]
Soybeans, corn, wheat see gains despite bounce in the dollar
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. The dollar saw a bounce at midweek, but remained near multi-year lows, potentially boosting U.S. exports. That’s of increasing importance because of […]
Missouri Corn Growers push to preserve ag tax credits
The president of the Missouri Corn Growers Association says preserving state ag tax credits, like the higher ethanol fuel tax credit, is important for the state’s farmers. Brian Lehman tells […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 28, 2026
Mar. corn $4.30, up 3 and 1/2 centsMar. soybeans $10.75, up 7 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal $297.80, up $3.80Mar. soybean oil 54.31, down 10 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.36, up […]
NCBA president says Tyson’s Lexington shutdown hits local producers
The president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says Tyson’s Lexington, Nebraska plant closure continues to strain local producers. Nebraska cattle feeder Buck Wehrbein says production is being shifted to […]
Missouri Corn CEO welcomes Trump’s take on E15, warns details still matter
The CEO of the Missouri Corn Growers Association says it’s good to see President Trump is ready to sign legislation allowing the sales of E15 all year, nationwide. But Bradley […]
Southern Minnesota farmer tweaks crop mix to manage risk
A farmer in southern Minnesota is considering changes to his crop rotation. Lawrence Sukalski grows corn and soybeans in Martin County. “We’re going to plant a few more beans this […]
Broiler sets, placements see some weather impact
U.S. broiler hatchery numbers dipped on the week while holding ahead of the year ago pace, continuing to imply a rise in production. The USDA says 252.563 million broiler-type eggs […]
Nebraska Farm Bureau backs zoning bill to strengthen livestock industry
The president of the Nebraska Farm Bureau says a recently introduced bill that would change zoning regulations could help strengthen the state’s livestock industry. Mark McHargue says an inconsistent […]