Rural advocates highlight need for more focused policy
The nonpartisan policy institute Center for American Progress says rural communities have been disproportionately affected by the current policy environment. President and CEO Nerra Tanden says, “We’ve got farmers that can’t […]
Soybeans decline with no real fresh news from China meeting
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling. Beans were waiting to see what comes out of the high-level face-to-face meeting with China. Aside from the announced extension of the […]
Live cattle futures mixed ahead of direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were mixed, feeders were lower waiting on widespread direct business. October live cattle closed $1.85 lower at $219.07 and December live cattle closed […]
Farm Family Resource Initiative officially becomes Farm SOS
The mental health specialist with Farm SOS, formerly the Farm Family Resource Initiative, says the organization’s recently announced rebranding should make it easier for farmers to access specialized resources. Rachel […]
30-foot Wisconsin Christmas tree from Silent Night Evergreens tagged for White House
A Wisconsin grower will deliver the National Christmas Tree to the White House this year. Third-generation farmer David Chapman of Silent Night Evergreens tells Brownfield it’s a tradition his family […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 24, 2026
Dec. corn $5.27 and 1/2, down 1 and 1/2 centsNov. soybeans $13.17 and 1/2, down 1/2 centOct. soybean meal $376.10, up $5.80Oct. soybean oil 66.93, down 32 pointsDec. Chicago wheat […]
Agriculture awaits details from U.S.-China trade talks
American Soybean Association President Scott Metzger says soybean farmers are looking for any positive news coming out of the U.S. and China trade meeting. “Whether that’s a commitment to more […]
Wet conditions raise soil compaction concerns across Corn Belt
An extension agronomist warns of long-term consequences if farmers don’t wait until conditions are fit to harvest. Angie Rieck-Hinz with Iowa State University says activity is stalled in many areas […]
Cotton industry eyes China trade talks
The CEO of the National Cotton Council says China could purchase up to five million bales of U.S. cotton as part of its $17 billion commitment for additional U.S. ag […]
Study explores “optimum” crop insurance premium rate
Researchers are looking at optimizing crop insurance levels by analyzing the risk management tool’s relationship with farm and county yields. University of Kentucky Extension assistant professor Grant Gardner says they’re […]