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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in soybeans and corn, and the mixed opens for cattle, hogs, and wheat. » Soybeans and corn are watching development weather » Wheat is oversold, but has supply issues » Cattle are waiting for direct business » Hogs continue to have demand questions Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here:...

Erin Hill with the MSU Plant and Pest Diagnostics Lab tells Brownfield seeing weed escapes doesn’t necessarily mean plants are herbicide resistance. In this Pods for Profit, we’ll learn how to submit samples for herbicide resistant weed testing. 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: -Decline in placements expected -Farmer concerned about corn carryout data -Farm Credit Illinois seeing increased concern; land values drop -Tip back could knock top off yield projections -Spotty soybean aphid pressure 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 closes in cattle and hogs, and the mixed finishes for soybeans, corn, and wheat September corn $3.83 down ¾ cent September soybeans $10.20 and ¾ down $.01 and 1/2 September soybean meal $280.40 down $3.00 September soybean oil 53.27 up 9 cents September Chicago wheat $5.02 and ¾ down $.03 and 3/4 October live cattle $231...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in soybeans and cattle, and the mixed starts in corn, wheat, and hogs Soybeans and corn are watching weather Wheat is trying to balance technicals and fundamentals Cattle are seeing some profit-taking Hogs remain wary about demand See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

Sign-up is underway for the 21st class of the Missouri Agricultural Leadership of Tomorrow program. In this Spotlight on Soybeans, Executive Director Lucinda McRoberts says this is the premier leadership development opportunity for ag professionals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

As the 2025 corn crop matures, Brevant Seeds retail sales agronomist Lewis Kuppler says some common diseases are showing up. He tells Brownfield that pressure could impact seed selection for next season.  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:  -Another element in the fight against New World Screwworm  -Farmers voicing concerns at the fair  -Equipment market facing issues  -More becoming known on the next MAHA report  -Long-term potential in the corn market  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not...

In this episode, Meghan Grebner and Josh Maples discuss the latest trends in the livestock market, focusing on cattle prices, beef production, and slaughter numbers. They analyze the impact of corn yields on feed costs and the implications of cattle imports on future price forecasts. They talk about the importance of risk management strategies for producers as they navigate the current market dyna...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle, corn, hogs, and soybeans, and the mixed finish for wheat September corn $3.83 and ¾ up $.08 and 3/4 September soybeans $10.22 and ¼ up $.14 and 3/4 September soybean meal $283.40 down $.90 September soybean oil 53.18 up 119 points September Chicago wheat $5.06 and ½ up $.03 October live cattle $230.65 up $3.82...

On this episode of Outdoor Adventures, Brent Barnett sits down with Jason Isabelle from the Missouri Department of Conservation for a discussion about the state’s upcoming archery season on September 15th. 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 firm starts for corn, soybeans, and wheat, and the mixed opens in cattle and hogs Soybeans and corn are watching development weather Wheat is seeing a bounce Cattle are waiting for live direct business Hogs are somewhat oversold See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

Headlines on today’s episode include: -WASDE brings soybean opportunities -Farm leaders concerned about ag financial outlook -Grassley concerned about low crop prices, higher input costs -Farmer hopeful trade policy gives ag a boost soon -Be cautious when making soil fertility decisions See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle, hogs, soybeans, and wheat, and the mostly lower close for corn September corn $3.75 up $.01 September soybeans $10.07 and ½ down $.16 and 1/2 September soybean meal $284.30 down $2.70 September soybean oil 51.99 down 140 points September Chicago wheat $5.03 and ½ down $.03 and 3/4 October live cattle $226.82 d...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower opens for cattle, corn, soybeans, and hogs, and the mixed start in wheat Soybeans and corn are seeing profit taking Wheat is watching a growing supply Cattle are waiting for widespread direct business Hogs have pork demand questions See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://a...

Helping expand new markets for soybean farmers is one of the top priorities of the United Soybean Board. With trade uncertainty top of mind for many farmers, the Soy Checkoff helps drive global demand through strategic partnerships. Learn more in this episode of Managing for Profit on Brownfield. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art...

Kyle Durham is a Missouri director on the United Soybean Board serving in his second year and is involved with an innovation and technology committee. He tells Brownfield more about how the Soy Checkoff is helping drive global demand and expanding to new markets. Listen now to find out how the Soy Checkoff investments are helping farmers better manage their soybeans and driving soy innovation. See...

Diane Zelhart, a certified general appraiser with Compeer, along with Agri-Access, talks with Brownfield about the upward shifts she has seen in land values. She also explains what they have seen in the benchmark properties they use for real-time data, market stability, and what to expect in the market for the remainder of 2025 in this episode of the Appraisal Report. See Privacy Policy at https:/...

Headlines on today’s episode include: -Uncertainty is here, producers should plan ahead -New MO Soy CEO Talks Soy Demand -Beck’s helping farmers find ROI -Ernst says farm bill is needed this year -Exciting potential markets for soybeans 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 closes in soybeans and corn, the mixed finishes for cattle and wheat, and the losses in hogs   September corn $3.74 up $.02 and 1/2 September soybeans $10.24 up $.11 and 1/4 September soybean meal $287.00 up $5.60 September soybean oil 53.39 up 15 points September Chicago wheat $5.07 and ¼ up $.02 and 1/4   Oct...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher starts in soybeans, cattle, and corn, the mixed open in wheat, and the early losses for hogs Soybeans are supported by Tuesday's USDA numbers Corn is finding some value near the lows Cattle are optimistic about direct trade Hogs are pressured by demand questions See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher finishes for cattle and soybeans, the losses in corn and wheat, and the mixed end of the day in hogs   September corn $3.71 and ½ down $.13 and 1/2 September soybeans $10.12 and ¾ up $.21 September soybean meal $281.40 up $.60 September soybean oil 53.24 up 5 points September Chicago wheat $5.05 down $.10   Oct...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher open in cattle, the early losses for soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mixed start in hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching crop weather » Wheat is getting ready for USDA numbers » Cattle have help from Monday's higher beef close » Hogs continue to question demand Learn more about what's happening in the...

In this Pods for Profit, Michigan State University’s entomologist Chris Difonzo joins us to discuss efforts by the North Central Soybean Research Program to update guidance on soybean defoliation management for the first time since the 1980s. 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: -USDA outlines commitment to ag research funding -New World Screwworm announcement expected soon -Urgency growing to work on skinny farm bill -More improvements planned for Illinois State Fairgrounds -Taste of Indiana Farms now open at the Indiana State Fair See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...