Drone technology has come a long way
An agronomist and crop researcher says drone technology has come a long way in less than a decade. Karl Bubholz is the corn product manager for Renk Seed. He tells […]
Lawmakers question National FFA direction, seek details on Syngenta and DEI
The leaders of the Congressional FFA Caucus and chairman of the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee are questioning the direction of the National FFA Organization. In a letter sent […]
Wisconsin Senate to vote on lab-grown protein bill
The Wisconsin State Senate will vote on Wednesday on legislation that would regulate lab-grown animal cells. Assembly Bill 554 would require the label “lab grown meat” for any food product […]
Soybeans see gains, focused on potential demand from China
Soybeans were higher on commercial and technical buying. The USDA made no changes to U.S. ending stocks, while raising production for Brazil to 180 million tons, still just short of […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: February 10, 2026
Mar. corn $4.28 and 3/4, unchangedMar. soybeans $11.22 and 1/2, up 11 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal $300.80, up $3.00Mar. soybean oil 57.27, up 58 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.28 and […]
Minnesota ag officials see uptick in farmers seeking mental health support
This can be a particularly difficult time for farmers’ mental health. Tracie Rutherford Self is a mental health specialist with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. She says tax season can […]
Right-to-repair bill being considered in South Dakota Legislature
A right to repair bill that’s been introduced in the South Dakota Legislature would allow farmers to make their own repairs to ag equipment. Mitch Richter, the lobbyist for South […]
MSU Extension highlights price protection options for wheat growers
A farm business management educator says local marketing resources can help farmers buffer expected disparities in the wheat market. Jon LaPorte with Michigan State University Extension says wheat prices are […]
Solar fuels nearly entire farm for southern Minnesota producer
A farmer in southeastern Minnesota is harnessing the power of the sun. Dale Stevermer grows corn, soybeans, oats, and has a 2,000 head custom finishing hog operation near Easton. He […]
Ag economist: year-round E15 approval first step in expanding corn biofuels market
Ag economist Scott Irwin with the University of Illinois says passing legislation for year-round E15 is just one of several hurdles to overcome in expanding the corn-based biofuels market. “It’s […]