High soil pH could trigger iron deficiency chlorosis in soybeans
An agronomist says soybeans grown in the Upper Midwest could be susceptible to iron deficiency chlorosis. Brian Ternus with Mustang Seeds tells Brownfield IDC happens when the crop cannot take […]
Wheat rises, watching global trade, weather
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. Hot, dry weather in some key growing areas will likely have an impact on crop ratings. The crop is developing faster than […]
The Nature Conservancy urges Michigan to expand Rural Prosperity Office, reward conservation
A new report by The Nature Conservancy in Michigan analyzes how policy changes can address barriers for rural prosperity and healthy natural resources. Director of Policy Richard Bowman tells Brownfield […]
SCOTUS glyphosate ruling shifts legal focus to EPA, future pesticide litigation
A staff attorney with the National Ag Law Center says a recent U.S. Supreme Court action strengthens the argument that the U.S. EPA, not states, should determine pesticide warning labels. […]
Indiana B20 Club looking to expand statewide biodiesel adoption
Indiana’s B20 Club is expanding to help reduce emissions and increase demand for soybeans. Jason Armes with the City of Carmel says it’s a win for farmers and biodiesel users. […]
Cattle futures fall as cash trade weakens; lean hogs rally on strong demand
Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures were down and feeders were mostly lower, watching direct trade develop at sharply lower prices. Contracts did attempt a rally around midday, but were […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: July 15, 2026
Sep. corn $4.47 and 1/2, up 9 centsAug. soybeans $12.02 and 1/4, up 9 and 1/2 centsAug. soybean meal $318.90, up $1.50Aug. soybean oil 72.92, up 52 pointsSep. Chicago wheat […]
Broiler sets, placements above year ago levels
All signs continue to point to a year-over-year expansion in U.S. chicken production. The USDA says 254.005 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubators, down 500,000 on the week, but […]
Farmers finding value in fungicides and drones
A pair of Midwestern farmers say the wet spring and summer has them keeping an eye out for crop diseases. Thomas Perkins started farming in central Illinois in Effingham County […]
Minnesota Red Angus breeder: high markets reward years of hard work
A southwest Minnesota cattle breeder calls the historically high cattle markets life changing. Jesse Weber of Lake Benton sells Red Angus breed stock and says price levels are bringing excitement […]