Wisconsin reports new HPAI case in backyard flock
The state of Wisconsin has confirmed a new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in a backyard flock. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection says the Racine […]
Rollins says dyed diesel order will provide harvest relief
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says President Trump’s latest action on dyed diesel is aimed at helping farmers navigate short-term economic challenges. Speaking to farmers and ag leaders in Prairie City, […]
Compeer’s Economic Minute – Managing Next Year’s Margins
From the latest harvest projections to the WASDE price outlooks for new crop markets, Roberts says there’s a positive outlook for corn and soybeans. Brownfield’s Mark Dorenkamp talks with Dr. Megan […]
High costs negating market gains
A central Illinois farmer says high input prices and volatility are making long-term budgeting a challenge. Derek Martin, who grows corn and soybeans in Logan County, tells Brownfield… “I was […]
Grains and oilseeds climb higher on delayed fieldwork
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. Harvest is behind average but this week mostly looks dry ahead of more rain chances next week. U.S. exports could be boosted […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 6, 2026
Dec. corn $5.08, up 10 and 3/4 centsNov. soybeans $13.03, up 22 and 1/4 centsDec. soybean meal $354.80, up $7.70Dec. soybean oil 69.91, up 56 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $7.04 and […]
Cattle futures rebound, lean hogs lower
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle futures were sharply higher on the executive order allowing for expanded red dyed diesel use and technical buying. Additionally, boxed beef […]
New MI Digital Farm Platform will map Michigan field profitability zones
Michigan farmers will soon be able to analyze harvest data with a new digital platform being developed at Michigan State University. MSU Extension Field Crops Educator Richard Price provides free […]
August a big month for U.S. ethanol, DDGS exports
The world continues to show strong demand for U.S. ethanol. The Renewable Fuels Association says ethanol exports during August were a five-month high at 211.8 million gallons, rising 6% from […]
Record high diesel costs cause farmer sentiment to decline in latest Ag Economy Barometer
An ag economist says ongoing financial uncertainty led to a decline in farmer sentiment in the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Joana Colussi is with Purdue’s Center for Commercial […]