Brownfield Ag News

This week, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and ag economist Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension discuss the latest in livestock markets, including the increased frequency of an inverted Choice/Select spread. They also discuss the latest Cold Storage and Livestock Slaughter reports from the USDA. Plus, an update on fuel prices nationwide. See Privacy Policy at https://art1...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's gains in cattle and soybeans, and the mixed finishes for corn, hogs, and wheat. May corn $4.55 down ½ cent May soybeans $11.63 and ¾ up $.04 May soybean meal $324.30 up $3.70 May soybean oil 71.91 up 25 points May Chicago wheat $6.08 and ¼ down $.02 and 1/2 June live cattle $245.22 up $1.72 June lean hogs $101.90 down $1.5...

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 Vanessa Kummer 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, what pressured wheat, and why soybeans were mixed, along with how cattle and hogs could start Friday's session. 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 USDA has announced that the headquarters for the Food Safety and Inspection Service will be moved to Iowa as part of continued reorganization within the agency. -Biofuels supporters say they’re cautiously optimistic that a new legislative proposal expanding sales of ethanol will finally move forward in Congress.   -An ag economist says ur...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Thursday's gains in wheat, cattle, and corn, the losses in soybeans, and the mixed finish for hogs. May corn $4.55 and ½ up $.01 and 1/4 May soybeans $11.59 and ¾ down $.04 and 3/4 May soybean meal $320.60 unchanged May soybean oil 71.66 down 2 points May Chicago wheat $6.10 and ¾ up $.11 and 1/2 June live cattle $243.50 up $.42 Ju...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in wheat, the mixed move for corn, and the losses in soybeans, along with what could influence 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 .

Some of the stories on today's show include: -Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says it will require a significant effort from the administration to help improve fertilizer costs in the short term.    -A member of the US House Agriculture Committee says newly introduced bipartisan legislation aims to boost domestic fertilizer production. -The U.S. Trade Representative says he would like t...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in soybeans and cattle, and the mixed finishes in corn, hogs, and wheat. May corn $4.54 and ¼ up ½ cent May soybeans $11.64 and ½ down $.10 May soybean meal $320.60 down $4.70 May soybean oil 71.68 down 46 points May Chicago wheat $5.99 and ¼ down $.05 and 3/4 June live cattle $243.07 down $.47 June lean hogs $102.62 dow...

Nutrient management, crop yield, nitrogen use efficiency, crop nutrition, nitrogen management, ag innovation, nutrient management, Yara North America, fertilizer efficiency, precision agriculture, farm nutrient management, crop yield optimization.  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 the Next Gen Podcast with Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican, Dwight Mogler and Janaye Metzger, Iowa pork producers, share how their family operation has evolved from a traditional family farm into a professionally managed business. They break down how they approach management transitions, hiring and interviewing family members, and why HR systems and clear accountability matter...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the firm overnight move in corn, the mixed trade in soybeans and wheat, and how cattle and hogs could start the session 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: -An ag economist at Purdue University says the continued conflict in Iran is causing concerns about rising fertilizer prices. -The commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture says the continued northern movement of New World screwworm leaves cattle producers vulnerable. -The owner of one of the largest sale barns in the country says he’s concern...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at why cattle closed lower while corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat were higher. May corn $4.53 and ¾ up $.01 and 3/4 May soybeans $11.74 and ½ up $.08 and 3/4 May soybean meal $325.30 up $.20 May soybean oil 72.14 up 251 points May Chicago wheat $6.05 up $.08 June live cattle $243.55 down $2.52 June lean hogs $103.20 up $1.47 Learn more...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your rundown on the higher overnight push in soybeans, mixed trade in corn and wheat, and what to watch as cattle and hogs 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 .

Some of the stories on today's show include: -A livestock economist says there’s still no indication that there is widespread herd expansion in the cattle industry. -An agricultural economist with Advance Trading says competition from Brazil isn’t going away anytime soon. -The Missouri Star FFA Farmer says success for her cattle business goes beyond making sound management decisions. -China’s Ag M...

In this porkcast, we hear from Logan Tesch and Travis Brown on their experience with the Activate program through Minnesota Pork. Learn about Activate's latest session, why they joined the program, and what they've gained from being a part of it!  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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 Randy Russell, an ag lobbyist, talk about movement on a skinny farm bill, the push for year-round E15, rising fertilizer costs, and what potential farmer assistance could look like in the months ahead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle, the gains in corn, and the mixed finishes for hogs, soybeans, and wheat. May corn $4.52 up $.03 and 1/4 May soybeans $11.65 and ¾ down $.01 and 1/2 May soybean meal $325.10 down $6.70 May soybean oil 69.63 up 147 points May Chicago wheat $5.97 up $.05 and 3/4 June live cattle $246.07 down $1.27 June lean hogs...

Even amid recent geopolitical volatility, interest rates in agriculture remain relatively stable compared to a year ago. Drew Cox, vice president of commercial crop lending with FCS Financial in Higginsville, says while uncertainty has picked up in recent weeks, the broader trend shows more consistency. “We have obviously experienced some volatility with some of the geopolitical events unfolding o...

Soybean planting has started in Missouri, according to University of Missouri Extension specialist Andre Reis. Missouri farmers are closely watching conditions as the 2026 planting season gets underway. Learn more from Missouri Soybeans at mosoy.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Grant Harms, says growers have a lot to think about when it comes to herbicide applications. He tells Brownfield that weed height, rain, and wind speed are just some of the considerations. Harms says following herbicide labels is also very important. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at what supported wheat overnight, why corn and soybeans were lower, 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 .

Some of the stories on today's show include: -Iran’s foreign minister announced Friday morning that the Strait of Hormuz has reopened for commercial ships. -The CEO of an ethanol plant in southern Minnesota anticipates Congress passing year-round nationwide E15 legislation this year. -A pair of farmers in the Great Plains say planting conditions are all over the board. -A pair of Illinois farmers...

In this episode, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Kentucky ag economist Kenny Burdine break down the data from the latest Cattle on Feed report. Plus they dig into market trends, geopolitical impacts, slaughter data, and fuel prices.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .