Brownfield Ag News

Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart talks with U.S. Representative Tracey Mann about Congress’ crowded fall agenda, including the farm bill, year-round E15, additional farmer aid, and other priorities for agriculture.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...

Going into the final stretch of the growing season, Brevant Seeds retail sales agronomist Jason Welker says that despite a challenging spring, corn in central Nebraska looks really good. He tells Brownfield that staying consistent with management has been a major takeaway, and he expects above-average yields. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Monday's gains in soybeans and corn, and the mixed closes in cattle, hogs, and wheat See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Native prairies play a critical role in supporting wildlife, from pollinators and songbirds to countless other species that depend on healthy grassland ecosystems. In this episode of Outdoor Adventures on Brownfield, host Brent Barnett sits down with Kent Boucher of Hoksey Native Seeds to discuss why prairie habitats matter, the wildlife benefits they provide, and the importance of prairie conserv...

Headlines on today’s episode include:  -Concerns about USDA’s ongoing reorganization - A call for Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger to be rejected - Tyson announces restructuring to its beef business - Bracing for a more expensive 2027 - Concerns about a farm bill See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

This week, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and Charley Martinez, director of the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management review the latest livestock market trends, break down the USDA's supply and demand report, and dig into Tyson's recent restructuring plans, providing valuable insights for producers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in wheat, soybeans, and corn, and the losses in cattle and hogs. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.co...

The Missouri State Fair is an opportunity for FCS Financial to celebrate agriculture and the cooperative’s member-owners. FCS Financial Board of Directors Chair Beth Schnitker says Monday, August 17, has been designated as FCS Financial Member Day at the fair. “It’s really just an opportunity for us to thank our member-owners who are so active in the ag community [and] production agriculture,” she...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in wheat, soybeans, and corn, along with how cattle and hogs could end the week See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Stories on today's show include: -An extension grain market economist is confident a floor has been set under corn prices. -A partnership in West Michigan is helping food companies and farmers adopt more regenerative agriculture practices. -The business and supplier strategist at Beck’s says keeping seed costs in check remains a priority for the industry. -The new Governor Michael L. Parson arena...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mostly modestly higher overnight trade in wheat, the losses in corn and soybeans, and how cattle and hogs could begin the day See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle and hogs, along with the mixed finishes for soybeans and wheat See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Stories on today's show include: -The USDA has raised their expectations for 2026 U.S. corn and soybean production. -The president of Farmers National Company says a major shift in farmland ownership is underway across rural America. -The Minnesota Farmers Union is prioritizing the Conservation Title of the next farm bill. -Soaring fertilizer prices are leading many farmers to adjust their nutrien...

In this episode, Markus Braaten, senior technical agronomist at Yara North America, talks with Brownfield anchor/reporter Carah Hart about nutrient applications in the late season.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

What happens when a military veteran leaves service without knowing what comes next? For Brandon Davis, the answer was beekeeping. In this week’s Next Gen Podcast, Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican talk with Steve Easom and Brandon Davis of Warriors to Bees in Oklahoma about using agriculture to help veterans build a new future. Brandon explains how he went from beekeeping as a hobby to turning it...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in wheat, soybeans, and corn, and how cattle and hogs might open See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the midweek losses in cattle and the gains in corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Headlines on today’s episode include: - Ag impacts of Senate continuing resolution - Grassley sees no controversy on passing more farmer aid - Reasons for optimism in the cattle market - Average August weather likely to benefit crops - Previewing USDA’s August supply and demand estimates See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...

Farmers and their crops are battling a series of challenges that threaten yield potential. In this Hoegemeyer Hometown Field Update, agronomist Craig Langemeier says the company's latest genetics provide farmers a selection of hybrids fit for all conditions.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight declines in wheat, soybeans, and corn, along with how cattle and hogs could start the day See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed trade in cattle, and the losses in corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Stories on today's show include: -A leader with the Minnesota Corn Growers Association is encouraged by steps taken by the federal government to address rising input costs. -The general counsel of U.S. Hemp Roundtable is celebrating a potential extension to the hemp ban that threatens to decimate the industry. -According to the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer, there's a sen...

For an east-central Wisconsin dairy farm operator, buying cropland is more than adding an asset to the balance sheet. It’s a strategic purchase to help control long term operational costs. See why dairy demand is keeping cropland prices elevated in east-central Wisconsin, plus what could influence farmland values in the months ahead. Whether you’re preparing to buy or sell, partner with an ap...

Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart talks with U.S. Representative Nikki Budzinski from Illinois about the latest farm bill negotiations, year-round E15, high input costs, trade, and concerns over USDA reorganization.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...

After back-to-back years of intense southern rust pressure, Brevant Seeds retail sales agronomist Alexie Garner says many farmers shifted focus to tar spot in 2026. She tells Brownfield widespread weather patterns have caused sporadic incidences of that disease, as well as several others. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...