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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's gains in soybeans, corn, and hogs, the mixed finish for cattle, and the losses in 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: -Keystone Cooperative's senior technical agronomist says this year's record-breaking rainfall could have an impact on the 2026 crop. -From farm policy and industry concerns, to a longstanding fair tradition, ag was front and center at the Missouri Governor’s Ham Breakfast.  -An ag economist says managing risk starts with understanding farm financials. See Priv...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in wheat, soybeans, and corn, and what might move cattle and hogs at the 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 gains in corn and mixed closes in cattle, 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: -The USDA’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs says the USMCA review process has had both successes and challenges. -The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau says the closure of a Tyson beef processing facility in the western part of the state is another example of consolidation’s negative impact on agriculture.  -An American Farm Bure...

What if the best resource for the next generation of agriculture isn't another class, conference or webinar—but a group of people willing to tell you what they're learning along the way? On this episode of Brownfield’s Next Gen Podcast with Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican, cattle producers Trevor Johnson of South Dakota and Stratton Wotowey of Colorado share how a long phone conversation turned...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in soybeans and corn, the mixed trade in wheat, and how cattle and hogs could 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 gains in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs, and the lower finish for cattle 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: - High fuel costs pressuring cattle industry from all angles - Weather challenges in South America bode well for prices  - What’s happening at FSA?  - Farm Bureau calls for produce sector reforms  - Red Crown Rot expanding footprint   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...

Farmers are facing a range of challenges that could limit yield potential. Stu Carlson, an agronomist who covers parts of the Upper Midwest, says the company's latest genetics offer hybrid options designed to perform across a variety of growing conditions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield’s Meghan Grebner has a look at the higher move in soybeans, the mostly higher session for corn and wheat overnight and what could impact cattle and hogs after the open. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield’s Meghan Grebner has a look back at the day’s mostly higher move in soybeans and mixed finishes for corn and wheat. Plus, a look at the higher move in cattle and a lower day for hogs. 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 US Trade Representative says expanding export opportunities for US agriculture remains a top priority for the Trump administration.  -The USDA’s chief scientist says farmer input is vital to the department’s ongoing data modernization efforts.  -The cattle industry continues to digest the news that Tyson has shuttered additional beef processing plant...

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 .