Local & State News
Too much of a good thing? Rainfall creating harvest challenges for Indiana farmers
A central Indiana farmer says consistent rainfall throughout the growing season is starting to impact crop yields. Chris Cherry tells Brownfield, “There’s just a lot of disease in the corn.
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 21, 2026
Dec. corn $5.43, up 15 and 1/2 centsNov. soybeans $13.28, up 24 and 1/2 centsOct. soybean meal $366.60, up $12.00Oct. soybean oil 68.32, up 62 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $7.26 and
Weather challenges take toll on Nebraska crops
A central Nebraska farmer says it’s been a wild year for weather and that will likely impact his crop’s yield potential. Tyler Bose says he expects a major impact on
Harvest optimsism brews in parts of Kansas
A northeast Kansas farmer says wet weather has slowed this year’s harvest pace. Brett Kneibling says he says he started corn earlier this month. “The last few weeks have been
Harvest optimism brews in parts of Kansas
A northeast Kansas farmer says wet weather has slowed this year’s harvest pace. Brett Kneibling says he says he started corn earlier this month. “The last few weeks have been
Iowa DNR exploring use of eDNA to determine fish populations
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is considering a new way of determining which species of fish are swimming in Iowa lakes and streams. The agency currently uses electrofishing in
FCS Financial Field Notes: Financing options for cattle producers
FCS Financial Vice President of Ag and Rural Lending Scott Schaumburg says cattle producers should take a closer look at input costs and feed resources as they head into a
August egg production up on year
A larger supply of laying hens continues to boost U.S. egg production. The USDA says 9.43 billion eggs were produced last month, rising 5% on the year, with the total
Soybean meal demand expanding in key global markets
A farmer-director with the Iowa Soybean Association says he’s optimistic about the future of US soybean exports. District 1 Director Brent Swart says 2026 has been a critical year for
Iowa cattle leader shares advice for next generation
A northwest Iowa cattle producer says perseverance is essential for young people hoping to build a future in the beef industry. Craig Moss tells Brownfield, “Doing your homework as far
