STAR Program expands incentivized practices for wheat, dry beans, and food-grade soybeans
Star of the West Milling Company says farmers can reduce fertilizer use and lower input costs through incentives offered by the Great Lakes Grain Initiative. soyVice President of Agronomy Keith […]
New National FFA Conference is helping students build leadership skills through community service projects
The National FFA Organization is helping members develop hands-on experiences in community service through a new program. Elizabeth Sendelweck says students participating in the inaugural Catalyst Conference completed more than 12 hours […]
Grants available for new and existing Wisconsin farmer-led conservation groups
The state of Wisconsin is investing more than $1 million in farmer-led conservation solutions to protect local watersheds. Producer-Led Watershed Program Manager Dani Heisler tells Brownfield, “With the backbone of […]
Cattle futures sharply lower ahead of direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were sharply lower on technical weakness. August live cattle closed $3.30 lower at $231.42 and October live cattle closed $2.97 lower […]
Soybeans, corn down on improved USDA ratings
Soybeans were lower on profit taking and technical selling. The USDA’s national crop rating improved over the past week and development is ahead of average overall. There are some areas […]
Fertilizer prices continue to be a top concern for many farmers
The high cost of fertilizer continues to weigh on the minds of many farmers. Tom Gillis, who grows corn and soybeans in western Wisconsin, says this spring’s price spikes caused […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: July 14, 2026
Sep. corn $4.38 and 1/2, down 2 and 1/2 centsAug. soybeans $11.92 and 3/4, down 4 centsAug. soybean meal $317.40, up 20 centsAug. soybean oil 72.40, down 42 pointsSep. Chicago […]
Midwest heat wave raises concerns as corn enters pollination
A climatologist says excessive heat is expected to persist through next week across parts of the Midwest. Justin Glisan is with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship… “We […]
South Dakota heat dome raises concerns for spring wheat
A grain elevator manager in central South Dakota says he’s not sure how the spring wheat crop will do in this week’s heat dome. Kevin Kjorsvik is the general manager […]
Dairy producers urged to stay vigilant against New World screwworm
A district veterinarian with the Indiana State Board of Animal Heath says New World screwworm remains a serious risk for the livestock industry. Debbie Boyd says the pest isn’t a […]