Brownfield Ag News

On this "Best Of" edition of the show, we revisit a great conversation with Illinois Ag Director Jerry Costello. He talks with Brownfield about his roots in hunting and fishing, and why it's important to him to introduced youth to the outdoors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Some of the stories on today's show include: -The pork industry is closely monitoring a recent detection of pseudorabies virus in some Iowa and Texas swine herds. -U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says House leadership needs to keep its word and get a floor vote on year-round E15 legislation. -A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says there were many twists and turns on the way to passing t...

This week, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Tennessee ag economist Charley Martinez discussing recent trends in livestock prices, slaughter numbers, input costs, and market influences. They also dig into how the macroeconomic factors and seasonal shifts impact the livestock industry and producer decisions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's losses in cattle and hogs, the gains in corn and soybeans, and the mixed close for wheat. July corn $4.80 and ¼ up $.05 and 1/2 July soybeans $12.03 and ¼ up $.07 and 3/4 July soybean meal $319.30 up $.40 July soybean oil 75.16 up 62 points July Chicago wheat $6.37 and ¾ up $.01 June live cattle $253.00 down $1.00 June lea...

In this week’s checkoff chat, we’re looking back at 35 years of building demand and new opportunities for soybean farmers. Listen as we talk with Phillip Good about farmer-led investments in research, innovation, and market development with U.S. Soy. 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 what supported corn and soybeans overnight, why wheat was mixed, and what might influence cattle and hog futures Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The U.S. House passed its version of the farm bill on Thursday, and today's episode takes a deep dive into what it all means for farmers and ranchers. 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 wheat, hogs, and corn, and the mixed closes for cattle and soybeans. May corn $4.64 and ¾ down $.01 and 3/4 May soybeans $11.82 down ¼ cent May soybean meal $322.30 down $5.70 May soybean oil 76.36 up 105 points May Chicago wheat $6.23 and ¾ down $.18 and 1/2 June live cattle $254.00 down $1.25 June lean hogs $102.27...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight losses in wheat, soybeans, and corn, and how cattle and hogs might trade Thursday. 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:  - Farm bill delayed - The cost and future of Prop 12 - The latest on E15 - A lot of optimism in the cattle market - Fed cattle processing starting soon in Missouri 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, and hogs, and the mixed finishes for cattle and wheat. May corn $4.66 and ½ up $.01 and 1/4 May soybeans $11.82 and ¼ up $.09 and 1/4 May soybean meal $328.00 down $5.40 May soybean oil 75.31 up 193 points May Chicago wheat $6.42 and ¼ down $.06 and 3/4 June live cattle $255.25 up $1.75 June lea...

Farm succession planning can be one of the most challenging—and most important—conversations for any operation. In this episode of the NextGen Podcast on Brownfield, Mariah Beverly with the University of Minnesota breaks down how farmers and ranchers can get started with a transition plan, why communication is critical, and what happens if you wait too long. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at what supported wheat, soybeans, and corn overnight and how cattle and hogs might start the midweek session. 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:  - Pesticide provision stalls farm bill discussion  - Congressman says farm bill won’t address year-round E15 - Losses in farm economy are adding up - Fertilizer still facing logistical challenges - The latest on New World screwworm preparedness  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in wheat, corn, and cattle, the mixed close for soybeans, and lower finish in hogs. May corn $4.65 and ¼ up $.04 and 1/2 May soybeans $11.73 down $.04 and 1/4 May soybean meal $333.40 down $.40 May soybean oil 73.38 up 112 points May Chicago wheat $6.49 up $.27 and 1/2 June live cattle $253.50 up $4.55 June lean hogs $101...

The Illinois Corn Marketing Board utilizes corn checkoff funding to partner with organizations to increase trade and build global corn demand. In this Managing for Profit, Matt Raben, a southern Illinois farmer and director on the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, discusses a few of these partnerships and how they’re finding markets for Illinois corn.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in wheat and corn, the mixed trade in soybeans, and what might move cattle and hog futures 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:  - Completing the Farm Bill - E15 in the Farm Bill?  - Farmers say crop protection at stake in glyphosate case  - Hail causing early season havoc for some farmers  - The latest in national and state crop progress reports  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...

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 and House Ag Committee Chairman GT Thompson talk about the progress of the “skinny farm bill,” additional farmer ad-hoc assistance and ag policy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle, corn, and soybeans, and Monday's mixed finishes in hogs and wheat. May corn $4.60 and ¾ up $.05 and 3/4 May soybeans $11.77 and ¼ up $.13 and 1/2 May soybean meal $333.80 up $9.50 May soybean oil 72.26 up 35 points May Chicago wheat $6.21 and ½ up $.13 and 1/4 June live cattle $248.95 up $3.72 June lean hogs $1...

The Republic FFA Chapter was the winner of Missouri Soybean’s Soy Innovation Challenge at the Missouri State FFA Convention. In this Spotlight on Soybeans, hear more about their creative way to educate others about soybeans from pod to protein.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

As farmers get ready to start making herbicide applications, Corteva Enlist Portfolio Marketing Lead, Jillian Schmiedt, says it’s important for them to take the right steps to make successful sprays. She tells Brownfield when it comes to making on-target applications of Enlist One herbicide, farmers have access to a variety of resources to ensure they’re applying with confidence.  See Privacy...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the firm overnight trade in corn and soybeans, the mixed wheat business, and how cattle and hogs could 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 .

On this week's show, we're joined by Rich Paris - president of the Red Rock Lake Association in Iowa. He tells Brownfield the association recently announced the completion of a major fish habitat enhancement project. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Some of the stories on today's show include: -The Trump administration continues its work on a plan to increase domestic nitrogen fertilizer production and infrastructure in the United States.  -An ag economist says he doesn't expect input costs to soften anytime soon. -Nebraska is the first in the nation to pass a bill that helps safeguard the privacy of ag operations. -U.S. Congresswoman As...