Brownfield Ag News

The Illinois Corn Marketing Board is actively working to build consumer confidence in modern agriculture and Illinois corn. In this Managing for Profit, Lindsay Croke, Director of Communications and Marketing at Illinois Corn, explains how important research is for guiding corn checkoff outreach.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c...

Headlines on today’s episode include: USDA suspends imports of live cattle, bison, and horses from Mexico, Grain Markets Respond to U.S. and China Agreement, Trade agreement in principle good for beef and pork exports, Farmers for Free Trade encouraged by tariff reduction, Trade agreement in principle is good news for soybean farmers, and Gene-edited pigs approved for U.S. market. See Privacy Poli...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the strength in soybeans, cattle, and hogs, the losses in wheat, and the mostly higher finish for corn. Closing numbers: » July corn $4.48 down $.01 and 3/4 » July soybeans $10.71 and ¼ up $19 and 1/2 » July soybean meal $298.10 up $4.00 » July soybean oil 49.92 up 135 points » July Chicago wheat $5.15 and ¼ down $.06 and 1/2 » Jun...

Evidence shows that SOYLEIC non-GMO soybeans create excellent dairy cow rations, which bodes well for both SOYLEIC soybean growers and dairy producers. The high oleic SOYLEIC soybeans were developed with the support of Soybean Checkoff by Missouri Soybeans.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

With more than 65% of U.S. soybean acres planted to Enlist E3 soybeans, farmers across the country have found great success with the Enlist weed control system from Corteva Agriscience. Nebraska farmer Grady Johnson, owner at 37-Ag, tells Brownfield he’s switched to Enlist E3® soybeans and is excited about his weed control program for the 2025 season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher opens for soybeans, corn, cattle, and hogs, and the mixed start for wheat. What to watch: » Soybeans are encouraged by tariff talks with China. » Corn and wheat are waiting for USDA numbers. » Cattle are supported by tighter supply expectations. » Hogs are up with Friday's close in pork. Connect with Brownfield Ag News:...

In this week's video, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Kentucky's Kenny Burdine talk trade and risk protection. Market highlights: » The 5-market average fed steer price was up sharply again this week at $226.56 per cwt. » June live cattle futures gained $3.55 from last week, settling Friday at $214.65. » Choice boxed beef price was up $1.49 compared to last week, coming in today at $...

Headlines on today’s episode include: NCGA president says UK trade deal a good sign, UK trade deal could create opportunity for U.S beef, Rep. Hinson lauds Trump and the UK trade deal, U.S. farmers & Purdue University helping solve corn storage concerns in Mexico, Chairman says Congress plans to deliver the President’s “one big, beautiful bill”, and National FFA and Microsoft expanding FarmBea...

On this episode of Outdoor Adventures, Brownfield’s Brent Barnett sits down with DeWayne McIntyre from Iowa. Brent met DeWayne in the fall of 2024 while bow hunting deer on some Iowa public land and discovered they both grew up in northwest Missouri. They talk about their new hunting friendship and DeWayne shares his success story from this year’s turkey season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher moves in corn and soybeans, the losses in wheat, and the mixed finishes for cattle and hogs. Closing numbers: » July corn $4.49 and ¾ up $.02 and 1/4 » July soybeans $10.51 and ¾ up $.06 and 3/4 » July soybean meal $294.10 down $.60 » July soybean oil 48.57 up 12 points » July Chicago wheat $5.21 and ¾ down $.07 and 1/2...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early gains in soybeans and corn, the mixed opens in soybeans and wheat, and the initial losses for cattle. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are waiting for trade talks with China. » Wheat is watching U.S. and world weather. » Cattle are assessing the week's direct business. » Hogs remain uncertain about demand. Connect with...

In this Appraisal Report with Compeer Financial, Certified General Appraiser Bridget Cleven highlights Wisconsin farm real estate trends, focusing on cropland and dairy farms, and the shift towards robotic milking at larger dairy farms. Cleven explains that cropland prices have increased due to recent auctions, driven by supply and demand dynamics, and that dairy farms are outsourcing heifer facil...

Headlines on today’s episode include: Trade deal with UK good for America’s farmers and ranchers, RFA says UK trade agreement expands market access, NCGA pushing for corn & ethanol’s inclusion in India trade deal, Opportunities to advance biofuels production in Indiana, Leader of idled Iowa biodiesel plant speaks to ongoing uncertainties, and an Iowa farmer discusses importance of on-farm...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in soybeans and cattle, the losses in corn and wheat, and the mixed close for hogs » July corn $4.47 and ½ down $.01 and 3/4 » July soybeans $10.45 up $.05 and 3/4 » July soybean meal $294.70 down $.30 » July soybean oil 48.45 up 112 points » July Chicago wheat $5.29 and ¼ down $.05 » June live cattle $214.25 up $1.72 »Ju...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in hogs and wheat, the mixed open for corn, and the higher starts in cattle and soybeans What to watch: » Soybeans are ready for trade talks with China » Corn and wheat are monitoring weather » Cattle are waiting for direct trade in the north » Hogs continue to question demand Learn more about what's happening in t...

Headlines on today’s episode include: Accurate forecasts vital for farmers, Million dollar rain in the Nebraska Sandhills, Sen. Ricketts sees bright future for U.S. ethanol, Strong stands in southeastern South Dakota, Sand management on dairies, Water quality efforts continue in Iowa, and a trading view of Mexico being a success story. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the decline in cattle and the mixed finishes for soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs. » July corn $4.49 and ¼ down $.06 and 1/4 » July soybeans $10.39 and ¼ down $.02 » July soybean meal $295.00 up $2.00 » July soybean oil 47.33 down 102 points » July Chicago wheat $5.34 and ¼ down $.01 and 3/4 » June live cattle $212.52 down $1.15 » J...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher opens in soybeans and corn, and the mixed starts for wheat, cattle, and hogs What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are waiting for trade talks with China » Wheat is monitoring planting and development weather » Cattle are mixed ahead of widespread direct trade » Hogs are mixed on demand questions Learn more about what's hap...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed closes in cattle, corn, and hogs, the losses in soybeans, and gains in wheat. Closing numbers: » July corn $4.55 and ½ up $.01 and 1/4 » July soybeans $10.41 and ¼ down $.04 and 1/4 » July soybean meal $293.00 down $2.50 » July soybean oil 48.35 down 38 points » July Chicago wheat $5.36 up $.04 and 3/4 » June live cattle...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower opens in hogs, cattle, and soybeans, and the mixed starts for corn and wheat. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching planting. » Wheat is trying to find some fresh direction. » Cattle are seeing some early profit taking. » Hogs are down on Monday's close in pork. Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest...

Nebraska is consistently ranked among the top five agricultural-producing states in the nation. NPPD and its public power utilities are supporting agricultural economic development across the Cornhusker State. Learn more about NPPD’s efforts in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Despite ongoing policy and regulatory uncertainty surrounding the sustainable aviation fuel market, the Illinois Corn Marketing Board is actively positioning the state as a vital hub for the industry. In this Managing for Profit, we’ll learn about these efforts, why the state is well-situated, and most importantly, what it could mean for Illinois farm families. See Privacy Policy at https://art19....

Headlines on today’s episode include:Cotton Growers Monitor U.S. and China, Efforts to increase interest in ag education, Study shows biodiesel industry created $42.4 billion in economic activity in 2024, Cattle prices are in uncharted territory, Farmers tackle purple henbit, and The doldrums of the ag economy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:...

On behalf of Michigan dairy farmers, United Dairy Industry Michigan is creating, messaging, and programming ways to encourage consumers to eat more dairy. Sarah Woodside, vice president of marketing and communications, says UDIM is conducting consumer research to better understand the Michigan consumer and their dairy habits. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N...