Brownfield Ag News

Farmland sales appear to be lagging in southeastern Minnesota, but values remain strong. Will year-end activity change the picture? Explore the 2026 outlook! For now, land values in southeastern Minnesota continue to show strength, even as the pace of sales has slowed. The question is whether the coming months will bring enough activity to close the gap and provide a more complete view of 2026. Wh...

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 Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen about mounting farm financial pressures, rising input costs, trade uncertainty, and the importance of a long-term U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement renewal.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva...

Corteva Agriscience Technical Field Agronomist Joe Bolte says the first thing new users of the Enlist weed control system need to know is that it offers the best platform for current and future control of the toughest weeds they face.   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 modest overnight losses in corn and soybeans, the mixed trade in wheat, and what cattle and hogs will be watching to start the week 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 Monday's mostly higher 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 .

In this episode of Innovations in Agriculture, Brownfield’s Carah Hart visits with Marcus Broughton, senior technical agronomist at Yara North America, about the importance of soil sampling after harvest. They discuss best practices for collecting representative samples, interpreting soil test results, evaluating pH and nutrient levels, and using the information to fine-tune fertility programs. Br...

Stories on this episode include: The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is asking farmers to share their concerns about the impacts of proposed transmission line projects that stretch across three states in the Upper Midwest. An ag economist says this year's large crop is forcing farmers to rethink how they market and move grain.  Jackie Moore with Joplin Regional Stockyards in Missouri says he...

In this episode, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and ag economist, Charley Martinez, Director of the King Ranch Institute of Ranch Management discuss current livestock market trends, feed outlooks, retail beef prices, and input costs. Martinez provides valuable insights for producers navigating market fluctuations and planning for the future. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's mostly higher move in cattle, the gains in hogs, and the losses in corn, soybeans, and wheat December corn $4.74 and ¼ down $.03 and 3/4 November soybeans $12.61 and ¼ down $.01 and 3/4 December soybean meal $357.10 down $2.70 December soybean oil 67.13 down 2 points December Chicago wheat $6.60 and ½ down $.09 and 1/2 Dec...

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

Stories on this episode include: The John Deere Foundation is investing $18.5 million over the next three years to help strengthen the connection between farmers and food banks. Some Nebraska farmers say they’re in disbelief that USDA sharply increased the state’s projected corn yield in the latest supply and demand report. A long-time agricultural economist says global food production faces two p...

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

As combines continue rolling across the Corn Belt, growers are gathering some of the most valuable information they’ll use to make decisions for next season. On this episode of Digging into Innovation, Syngenta Corn Technical Product Lead Todd McRoberts explains why this year's top-performing hybrid may not necessarily be the best choice for 2027. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Thursday's gains in cattle and hogs and the losses in corn, 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 this episode include: -An ag economist says record-high diesel prices are forcing farmers to take a closer look at their grain marketing plans this fall. -The US Department of Energy is investing $60 million dollars to help the ag industry diversify its chemical and fertilizer production.  -Record farm program payments are raising questions about the effectiveness of the federal fa...

What does the next generation of agriculture need to succeed? In this episode of the Next Gen Podcast, Brownfields Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican explore how one Michigan pilot project is challenging traditional thinking around risk, profitability and crop insurance. Tina Owens with TIFF and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director Tim Boring discuss a first-of-its-kind...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the firm overnight trade in soybeans, the mixed activity in corn and wheat, and what cattle and hogs might be watching at midweek 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 Wednesday's losses in cattle, corn, and soybeans, and the mixed finishes for 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 .

Top stories on today’s program include… EPA proposes reallocating 100% of Set 2 SRE’s Despite questions, USDA corn yield estimate still below trend line Trouble brewing in the cattle markets A new breakthrough in the battle against soybean cyst nematode And the latest USDA crop reports from across the Midwest.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...

John Perkins, Commodity Market Reporter, Brownfield Ag News has your look at the higher overnight trade in corn, the losses in soybeans, and mixed move for wheat, along with 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 .

As more farmers and landowners look to adopt conservation and regenerative agricultural practices, some challenges could arise with land rental agreements. In this Managing for Profit, Megan Dwyer, director of conservation and nutrient stewardship with the Illinois Corn Growers Association, explains how corn checkoff funding has simplified the process. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/...

Stories on this episode include: -A fuel economist says over-the-road diesel prices have slightly backed off from their record high set late last month. -A northeast Nebraska farmer says he’s harvesting the best soybean crop he’s ever raised.  -A director of raw material procurement and trading says investments in regenerative agriculture could help strengthen the food supply chain ​and creat...

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 the University of Nebraska’s Brad Lubben and David Widmar of Ag Economic Insights about larger farm program payments expected this fall, upcoming ARC and PLC enrollment deadlines, and whether the strengthened farm safety net is enough to help p...

Paige Wolf was chosen for the Wyffels Corn Belt Award because she shows excellent character and dedication to her school and community. In high school, Paige participates in girls golf and FFA, saying she was able to connect with many different people. The relationships, teamwork, and support she has experienced in golf will stay with her and encourage her long after the season ends. Paige current...

Gabriel Rees was nominated for the Wyffels Corn Belt Award for his dedication and commitment in the classroom and on the court. In school, Gabriel is involved in football, FFA, and the radio & TV/broadcasting program. He enjoys the feeling of brotherhood and unity in these activities, proudly representing the community that helped raise him. To Gabriel, agriculture is the backbone of the world...