Higher moves in soybeans, corn, and wheat
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. The market moved higher as there have been some talks about peace negotiations in the Middle East – and leaned heavily into […]
Time is right for new, young cattle producers
A consultant says this is a good time for young people to consider starting a beef cattle operation. Dan Schaefer of Schaefer Beef Consulting tells Brownfield the combination of aging […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: March 25, 2026
May corn $4.67 and 1/4, up 4 and 3/4 centsMay soybeans $11.71 and 3/4, up 16 and 3/4 centsMay soybean meal $319.80, down $2.60May soybean oil 67.10, up 137 pointsMay […]
Minnesota FSA reports strong uptake of Farmer Bridge Assistance Program
The state Farm Service Agency director for Minnesota says the distribution of Farmer Bridge Assistance payments is going smoothly. “We’ve got a good success rate on that.” Kurt Blomgren tells […]
Illinois Farm Bureau continues push for estate tax relief
The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) says estate tax relief is one of the organization’s top priorities during the General Assembly’s spring session. Phillip Nelson says the Family […]
U.S. EPA issues emergency fuel waiver for E15, but ag industry continues the call for permanent legislation
The U.S. EPA has issued a temporary emergency fuel waiver to allow sales of E15 throughout the summer months. Troy Bredenkamp, the senior vice president of government and public affairs […]
Zippy Duvall warns of “generational storm” for U.S. agriculture
The president of the American Farm Bureau Federation says he’s concerned about the long-term economic outlook for farmers and ranchers. AFBF’s Zippy Duvall says, “Right now, there’s a heavy cloud […]
Netherlands scientist, humanitarian named 2026 World Food Prize Laureate
A humanitarian and food safety expert from the Netherlands has been named the 2026 World Food Prize Laureate. World Food Prize Foundation President Mashal Husain says Huub Lelieveld will receive […]
Ag economy slump deepens, Rural Mainstreet Index shows
The latest Rural Mainstreet Index reveals a continued slump in the ag economy. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says the March index dropped to its lowest level since October 2025. […]
Northeast Indiana farmer weighs planting vs. moisture concerns amid drought
A northeast Indiana farmer says he’s concerned that on-going drought may impact the start of this year’s growing season. Don Wyss says it’s a toss-up when the region will […]