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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher finishes in soybeans, corn, and wheat, the mostly lower close in cattle, and the decline for hogs. September corn $4.43 and ¾ up $.05 and 1/2 August soybeans $11.93 and ¾ up $.09 and 3/4 August soybean meal $316.20 up $3.30 August soybean oil 68.59 up 83 points September Chicago wheat $6.18 and ½ up $.04 and 1/2 August l...

Thinking about purchasing your own slice of the wild outdoors? In this episode, Compeer Home Loan Officer, Chris Allen, shares what to consider when purchasing recreational land: how to use it, what factors to consider as you search for your perfect paradise, and financing options that support your goals. Whether you're dreaming of a quiet cabin, a hunting haven, or a private fishing hole, this co...

The latest USDA Acreage Report is out, and Ag Economist Megan Roberts explains what it means for farmers. She compares the June report to March planting intentions, discusses market reactions, and shares key takeaways on margin management, input costs, and what to watch as the growing season continues. For more market insights, subscribe to Megan's Economic Minute at compeer.com/economic-minute. S...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the modest overnight gains in soybeans and corn, the mixed business in wheat, 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 .

Stories on today's show include: -A new report from the University of Illinois suggests rural Americans are concerned about the impact of data centers. -Many farmers are pricing old and new crop grain. -An ag meteorologist says the heat dome in the forecast for the U.S. Plains in mid-July isn’t expected to have a widespread impact on pollinating corn, the growing crops, and livestock.  -Count...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and Monday's mixed finishes in cattle and hogs. September corn $4.38 and ¼ up $.15 and 1/4 August soybeans $11.84 up $.47 and 3/4 August soybean meal $312.90 up $7.40 August soybean oil 67.76 up 99 points September Chicago wheat $6.14 up $.14 and 1/4 August live cattle $239.10 down $.12 Augus...

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 ag economists Brad Lubben and David Widmar about USDA’s base acre updates and what they mean for farm program payments. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agricultu...

Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Jeff Moon, says when it comes to insects that pose a threat to corn, there are a number of suspects to be on the lookout for. He tells Brownfield that growers should be scouting for rootworms, armyworms, earworms, cutworms, and Japanese beetle, and spider mites.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Noti...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher overnight move in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and how cattle and hogs might trader after the holiday weekend 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 the grain, oilseed, and livestock futures markets might respond to when business resumes after Independence Day weekend 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 t...

On this show, Mark Dorenkamp interviews Carolyn Olson from Minnesota Farm Bureau, Erin Anderson talks agronomy with Purdue's Dan Quinn, and Carah Hart sits down with Missouri's state veterinarian about New World screwworm. 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: -House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson says his new ag labor bill opens the door for U.S. dairy farmers to have access to the H-2A program. -U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says President Trump made the right call to lift countervailing duties on phosphate fertilizer from Morocco. -A trade expert with the American Farm Bureau Federation says the U.S.-Mexico-C...

This week, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Kentucky ag economist Kenny Burdine discuss recent livestock market trends, the USDA's acreage and grain stock reports, and the impact of new trading contracts for beef trim. They also talk about market seasonality, slaughter data, and future outlooks for livestock producers.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...

This week on Brownfield's Outdoor Adventures, Brent Barnett visits with Josh Teulker, host of the popular Before the Echo podcast. Josh shares the story behind how Before the Echo got started and reflects on some of his favorite experiences in the hunting world. The conversation includes funny memories from hunting with Dan Infalt, his experience competing in The Hunting Public's 2025 Public Land...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the pre-holiday losses in cattle and mixed closes for corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat. September corn $4.23 up ¼ cent August soybeans $11.36 and ¼ up $.03 August soybean meal $305.50 up $.50 August soybean oil 66.77 up 8 points September Chicago wheat $5.99 and ¾ down ¼ cent August live cattle $239.22 down $2.60 August lean hogs $9...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher overnight trade in corn, soybeans, and wheat, along with what might move cattle and hogs ahead of the holiday weekend 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: -Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says the United States isn’t renewing the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement in its current form and will pursue changes. -The president of the National Corn Growers Association says Bayer’s move to seek duties on Chinese glyphosate is frustrating for farmers. -The USDA is investing $500 million to increase domestic fertilizer product...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in wheat, soybeans, and corn, the losses in hogs, and mixed finish for cattle. September corn $4.22 and ¾ up $.06 August soybeans $11.33 and ¼ up $.09 August soybean meal $305.30 up $1.40 August soybean oil 66.69 down 24 points September Chicago wheat $6.00 up $.10 and 3/4 August live cattle $241.82 down $.60 August lean...

Everyone talks about land, equipment and financing as barriers for beginning farmers. But what if one of the biggest challenges is healthcare? In this episode of Brownfield's Next Gen Podcast, Ohio State University rural sociologist Dr. Shoshanah Inwood explains why healthcare, health insurance and childcare are becoming critical issues for the future of American agriculture. See Privacy Policy at...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in soybeans, corn, and wheat, along with how cattle and hogs could start the month. 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: -Midwestern corn farmers should be on high alert for tar spot. -An ag economist says USDA’s latest quarterly stocks figures are positive for grain prices. -President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation temporarily lifting countervailing duties on phosphate fertilizer from Morocco, and several ag groups say they are pleased with the decision. -The owner of one of...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Tuesday's losses in cattle, mixed finish in hogs, and gains in corn, soybeans, and wheat. July corn $4.12 and ¾ up $.10 and 3/4 July soybeans $11.16 and ¾ up $.08 July soybean meal $304.70 unchanged July soybean oil 66.74 down 233 points July Chicago wheat $5.80 and ¾ up $.11 and 1/4 August live cattle $242.42 down $1.15 July lean...

For decades, the Illinois corn checkoff has partnered with the U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council to promote corn and its products across the world. In this Managing for Profit, Jon Rosenstiel, a director with the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, discusses some of their recent efforts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed overnight trade in wheat, the losses in corn and soybeans, and how cattle and hogs might end the month. 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: - The latest USDA weekly crop reports from across the Midwest - A look at acreage expectations ahead of the June 30 th report - Economist expects drawn out USMCA negotiations - Ag groups say call for more farm support is warranted - AI helping to narrow fungicide application windows   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...