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Headlines on today’s episode include: -What does the big drop in beef cow slaughter mean? -Beef, pork exports down year-over-year amid U.S-China tariff dispute -Thou shalt not sell unpriced grain past July 1st -Grains monitor energy markets -Farm groups optimistic about next WOTUS rule 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 close for cattle and the losses in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs. » July corn $4.16 and ¼ down $.03 » July soybeans $10.46 and ¾ down $.12 » July soybean meal $280.50 down $1.90 » July soybean oil 52.17 down 107 points » July Chicago wheat $5.35 and ¾ down $.17 » August live cattle $209.55 up $.17 » July lean hogs $112....

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start in cattle, the losses in soybeans, wheat, and hogs, and the mixed open in corn. » Soybeans and corn are watching development weather » Wheat is monitoring harvest activity and development conditions » Cattle have some optimism about direct business » Hogs are seeing some profit taking Learn more about what's happen...

Every Monday, the Illinois Corn Checkoff brings farmers the latest updates in the industry, cool new tech previews, and more on IL Corn TV on YouTube. In this Managing for Profit, John Klemm, a DeWitt County farmer and ICMB board member, provides insight into this unique outreach tool and how it benefits Illinois farms. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Headlines on today’s episode include: U.S. ag industry monitors conflict with Iran, USMEF discusses port congestion concerns, John Deere headed to court over FTC Right to Repair lawsuit, Illinois dairy industry showing stability, and 2024 RMA yields trigger some farm safety net payments.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the modestly higher move in hogs, the mixed close in cattle, and the lower finishes for soybeans, corn, and wheat. Closing numbers: » July corn $4.19 and ¼ down $.09 and 1/2 » July soybeans $10.58 and ¾ down $.09 and 1/4 » July soybean meal $282.40 down $1.70 » July soybean oil 53.24 down 123 points » July Chicago wheat $5.52 and ¾...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower opens in soybeans and corn, and the mixed starts in wheat, cattle, and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn expect improved crop ratings. » Wheat is watching harvest and development weather. » Cattle are waiting to see how this week's showlist looks. » Hogs continue to monitor demand. Connect with Brownfield Ag News:...

Missouri Soybeans’ Technical Conservation Agronomist, Kaitlin Flick-Dinsmore, says it's important that farmers become familiar with the Endangered Species Act and provides some clarification on navigating the ESA and working with the EPA. Learn more 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 .

In this episode, Meghan Grebner and Kenny Burdine discuss the current state of the livestock market, focusing on cattle and hogs. They analyze market trends, the impact of labor on slaughter rates, and the implications of the ongoing ban on live cattle imports from Mexico. The conversation also delves into beef cow slaughter dynamics and the future outlook for cattle on feed, emphasizing the impor...

On this latest episode, we’ll learn about RMA yields leading to crop insurance payments; the latest cattle on feed numbers; summer heating up in the Midwest; USDA’s latest steps against New World Screwworm; a call for a tariff rollback; and a look at this week’s export sales summary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's higher finish in hogs and the losses in soybeans, corn, wheat, and cattle. Closing numbers: » July corn $4.28 and ¾ down $.04 and 3/4 » July soybeans $10.68 down $.06 and 3/4 » July soybean meal $284.10 down $.80 » July soybean oil 54.47 down 30 points » July Chicago wheat $5.67 and ¾ down $.06 and 1/2 » August live cattle...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early gains in soybeans and cattle, the mixed open in corn, and the initial losses in wheat and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans are up on bean oil. » Corn and wheat are monitoring weather. » Cattle are waiting for the USDA's Cattle on Feed report. » Hogs want to see consistent export demand. Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » G...

University of Missouri economist Ben Brown advises having a clear exit strategy to avoid holding onto the crop, whether on paper or in storage. Brown, who is also affiliated with the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI), notes that soybean demand growth has primarily come from soybean oil used in fuel, which is currently awaiting policy decisions clarity. See Privacy Policy at h...

Since its establishment during the Nixon Administration in 1973, the interpretation of the Endangered Species Act has evolved. Missouri Soybeans’ Technical Conservation Agronomist, Kaitlin Flick-Dinsmore, provides some clarification on navigating the ESA and working with the EPA. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-...

On today’s episode, we’ll hear some ag news interviews recently conducted by members of our Brownfield team. Topics include trends in the fertilizer markets, President Trump’s tariff strategy, the expansion of drone uses, and Brazil’s corn and soybean crop outlooks. 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 markets might respond to when trade resumes on Friday. Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: ht...

Headlines on today’s episode include: Global phosphate supplies tight, Tropical developments and the impact on agriculture, SCOTUS says DC Circuit only venue for SRE’s, Ethanol industry riding upswing, and Climate change cuts global crop yields - even when farmers adapt. 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 finishes in wheat and corn, the losses in soybeans, and the mixed closes for cattle and hogs. » July corn $4.33 and ½ up $.02 » July soybeans $10.74 ¾ up ¾ cent » July soybean meal $284.90 down $.20 » July soybean oil 54.77 down 2 points » July Chicago wheat $5.74 and ¼ up $.25 and 1/4 » August live cattle $211.67 up $1....

Nofence was the world’s first commercially available virtual fencing company. Virtual fencing allows farmers to create and manage livestock in grazing areas using GPS collars and a mobile application without physical fences. Nofence allows farmers to define virtual boundaries, monitor animal movements in real-time, and receive alerts if animals stray. Brownfield’s Meghan Grebner talks with Matt Ve...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower start for soybeans, early firmness in corn, and the mixed starts wheat, cattle, and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans are following soybean products. » Corn and wheat are watching weather. » Cattle are waiting for direct business. » Hogs are monitoring demand. Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https...

On this latest episode, we’ll learn about Middle East tensions impacting fertilizer markets; farmer concerns over tariffs; tar spot and other disease pressure popping up; Brazil’s corn harvest delayed; a cattle on feed preview; and tips to celebrate National Pollinator Week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle and hogs, the higher closes in soybeans and wheat, and the mixed finish for corn. Closing numbers: » July corn $4.31 and ½ down $.03 and 1/4 » July soybeans $10.74 up $.04 and 1/4 » July soybean meal $285.10 up $1.40 » July soybean oil 54.79 down 32 points » July Chicago wheat $5.49 up $.12 and 1/2 » August liv...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher starts in soybeans and corn, the mixed opens for wheat and hogs, and the losses in cattle. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching development weather. » Wheat also has an eye on crop conditions. » Cattle are waiting for direct business. » Hogs continue to monitor demand. Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get th...

For many years, the Illinois Corn Checkoff has invested in the work of the U.S. Meat Export Federation to expand global markets for American beef and pork. In this Managing for Profit, John Hinners, Senior VP of Industry Relations with USMEF, shares some of the organization’s latest work and how it benefits Illinois farms.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...

Headlines on today’s episode include: RVO News is Good for Farmers, Assessing the used equipment market, Weather conditions perfect mix for tar spot in Kansas, Ag economist says inflation could be contributing to tighter margins, New World Screwworm Uncertainty, and Tick transmitted disease confirmed in Iowa cattle herd for first time. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...