Brownfield Ag News

Headlines on today’s episode include:  -Farmers concerned over empty promises  -Ad-hoc payments could bring cash to farmers  -Government shutdown adds uncertainty and eliminates key data -The latest on USMCA renewal  -Fertilizer costs top of mind heading into 2026  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the day's gains in cattle and soybeans, and the losses in corn, wheat, and hogs. December corn $4.19 and ¾ down $.02 November soybeans $10.22 up $.04 and 1/4 December soybean meal $276.90 down $.20 December soybean oil 51.04 up 66 points December Chicago wheat $5.06 and ¾ down $.06 December live cattle $237.72 up $1.05 December lea...

Since 2023, Farm Rescue has been helping Illinois farm families in need with various free services through partnerships with organizations like the Illinois Corn Checkoff. In this Managing for Profit, Farm Rescue’s Terry Johnston describes the many ways the organization supports farmers during their most difficult times. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Saving energy on the farm. Nebraska Public Power District and its wholesale utility customers have a long history of supporting ag producers beyond just energy delivery. In this Managing For Profit, learn how farmers and ranchers can benefit from the Energy Wise program. 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 higher start for soybeans, the mixed opens in corn, wheat, and cattle, and the losses for hogs. Soybeans are up, waiting for some fresh news Corn and wheat are watching crop weather Cattle are mixed ahead of direct trade Hogs are pressured by pork Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownf...

Headlines on today’s episode include: -Losing data could mean more market volatility -Trade mission highlights importance of partnership with Japan -South Dakota court rules EID lawsuit can proceed -Butter prices fall sharply before seasonal demand hits -Illinois Ag Director: Tariffs driving up input costs, squeezing farmers’ margins See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P...

In today’s conversation with the Dairy Checkoff, we’re joined by Vice President of Outreach and Engagement Cortney Freeland with the United Dairy Industry of Michigan. Visit milkmeansmore.org for more information.  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 day's gains in cattle, the losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mostly higher finish for hogs. December corn $4.21 and ¾ down $.02 and 3/4 November soybeans $10.17 and ¾ down ¼ cent December soybean meal $277.10 down $1.50 December soybean oil 50.38 up 33 points December Chicago wheat $5.12 and ¾ down $.02 and 1/2 Decem...

In this Spotlight on Soybeans, hear from University of Missouri Extension Plant Pathologist Mandy Bish, who says farmers should consider Soybean Cyst Nematode testing this fall. 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 Jeff Bode says Kyber Pro and Sonic Boom herbicides are new additions to the Corteva soybean portfolio that feature multiple modes of action to combat hard to control weeds like Palmer amaranth and waterhemp. He tells Brownfield farmers say both preemergence herbicides are easy to use and provide flexibility.   See Privacy Policy at https:...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the firm start for soybeans, the early weakness in corn, and the mixed opens in cattle, hogs, and wheat. Soybeans and corn are watching the harvest Wheat is finding some support Cattle are waiting for the show list Hogs continue to question demand Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfield...

Headlines on today’s episode include: -Farm bill expiration leaves key ag and conservation programs in limbo -Rep. Van Orden says Trump is preparing farmer financial relief program -Zoetis rolls out new weapon against New World screwworm -Port of Houston expansion could enhance market access for U.S. soybeans -Carah Hart sits down with Tom Vilsack for a conversation about global hunger See Privacy...

In this episode of the weekly livestock market update, Kellan Heavican and Josh Maples discuss the significant impact of the government shutdown on USDA resources and livestock markets. They analyze current market trends for cattle and hogs, the importance of USDA reports, and the implications for food safety inspections. The conversation emphasizes the need for producers to have risk management p...

On this week’s episode of Outdoor Adventures, Brent Barnett sits down with his friend Caleb Drake from Iowa as they discuss Iowa’s archery season and some of the areas or habitat hunters should consider during the early season. Caleb also shares a story of an awesome big buck encounter he had during a recent hunt in an urban zone. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the day's gains in cattle and hogs, the losses in soybeans and corn, and the mixed finish for wheat. December corn $4.19 down $.02 and 3/4 November soybeans $10.18 down $.05 and 3/4 December soybean meal $278.60 down $.70 December soybean oil 50.05 down 39 points December Chicago wheat $5.15 and ¼ up ½ cent December live cattle $23...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early weakness in corn and soybeans, and the mixed opens for cattle, hogs, and wheat. Soybeans and corn are watching the harvest Wheat is consolidating Cattle are waiting for direct business Hogs are questioning demand Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find...

Headlines on today’s episode include: -DOL H-2A farmworker wage rule projected to save employers $2.4 Billion -What comes next for farm aid? -Debt-to-asset ratios worsen for farmers as interest costs climb -Youth dairy program builds future career, life skills -Shutdown cuts Taiwan trade mission short See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the losses in cattle and hogs. December corn $4.21 and ¾ up $.05 and 1/4 November soybeans $10.23 and ¾ up $.10 and 3/4 December soybean meal $279.30 up $5.70 December soybean oil 50.44 up 2 points December Chicago wheat $5.14 and ¾ up $.05 and 1/2 December live cattle $233.47 down $1.02...

Headlines on today’s episode include: -Delays in USDA data expected -Grassley points to farmer impacts from shutdown -Farmers say government shut down comes at the most inconvenient time -China’s silence on soy imports worries Nebraska farmer -Farmers face uncertainty amid farm bill delay See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the midweek gains in soybeans and corn, the mixed closes for corn and wheat, and the losses in hogs. December corn $4.16 and ½ up $.01 November soybeans $10.13 up $.11 and 1/4 December soybean meal 273.60 up $.30 December soybean oil 50.42 up 93 points December Chicago wheat $5.09 and ¼ up $.01 and 1/4 December live cattle $234.50...

Tassel wrap was a problem experienced in many Midwest cornfields this season. Corn tassels became tightly wrapped within the plant’s upper leaves, interfering with pollination and potentially reducing yield. In this episode of Managing for Profit, Jeff Sernett, agronomy solutions lead with Bayer Crop Science and an experienced corn breeder, says preventing the problem must begin in the corn breedi...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in cattle, corn, soybeans, and wheat, and the firm start in hogs. Soybeans and corn are watching harvest Wheat is monitoring planting weather Cattle are waiting for direct trade Hogs look a little oversold Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find...

Headlines on today’s episode include: -Corn Stocks a Surprise in USDA Report -China’s Soybean Silence Keeps U.S. Market Uncertain -Pork industry nears profitability after historic losses -Two Minnesota farmers fear yield is being lost as soybeans dry rapidly -Larry Lee reports from World Dairy Expo 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 cattle and the losses in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs. December corn $4.15 and 1/2 down $.06 November soybeans $10.01 and 3/4 down $.08 and 3/4 October soybean meal $265.70 down $2.40 October soybean oil 48.87 down 24 points Chicago wheat $5.08 down $.11 and 1/2 October live cattle $231.85 up $.52 October lean hogs...

The mission of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board is to strategically invest Illinois corn checkoff dollars to grow demand, create new markets, and foster understanding of corn farmers and the corn industry. In this Managing for Profit, Chairman Tim Thompson explains some of the latest ways the organization is reaching that goal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...