Brownfield Ag News

In this Pods for Profit, we’ll hear how crop inputs move throughout the supply chain. Vice President of Crop Nutrients Kreg Ruhl with Growmark shares how important waterways are for farmers to get the products they need.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nebraska Public Power District Director of Wholesale Sales and Services Chad Podolak says NPPD provides a reliable and diverse energy generation resource mix that benefits the state’s farmers and ethanol industry. He tells Brownfield that NPPD continues to work with state ag entities to explore potential carbon sequestration.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

News headlines on this episode include: Smith confident E15 legislation gets across the finish line, IRFA says Trump admin needs to issue nationwide E15 waiver, Bipartisan legislation would prevent tariff abuse, and 12% of U.S. corn and 8% of soybeans planted. We’ll also hear an interview report with the executive director of Illinois Corn. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif...

Brownfield's Erin Anderson visited with Marnie Schwartzkopf, president of Purdue Ag Week. Schwartzkopf tells Brownfield this year's event reached a record number of students across campus. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Director of Marketing and Communications Noelle Nachreiner with the United Dairy Industry of Michigan talks more about their partnership with Michigan State University (MSU) athletes and how they engage with thousands of fans through sporting events. Discover the different ways UDIM promotes Michigan dairy farmers with MSU in this Conversation with the Dairy Checkoff. See Privacy Policy at https:/...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher close in hogs and the losses in cattle, soybeans, corn, and wheat. Closing numbers: » May corn $4.81 and ¾ down ½ cent » May soybeans $10.29 and ½ down $.07 » May soybean meal $292.90 down $2.70 » May soybean oil 47.82 down 5 points » May Chicago wheat $5.38 and ½ down $.10 and 1/4 » June live cattle $203.75 down $.32 »...

On this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner talks with University of Kentucky ag economist Kenny Burdine about March placements being up 5% in the latest Cattle on Feed report. Market highlights: The 5-market average fed steer price was up by just under $4 this week at $211.62. April live cattle futures gained over $7 from last week, settling Thursday at $209.83....

The American Farmland Trust hosted a presentation, in support of Wisconsin's Purchase Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. Larry Lee provided coverage from the event, held at the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison, Wisconsin. 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 starts for wheat, cattle, and hogs, and the mixed opens in corn and soybeans. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching planting delays. » Wheat's monitoring the dollar. » Cattle are getting ready for direct business. » Hogs are seeing early support from Friday's pork close. Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get t...

Spring fieldwork is in full swing, and many farmers are planting Enlist E3 soybeans, Enlist corn, and Enlist cotton. Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist Grant Harms says there are several steps growers should take before applying Enlist herbicides. He tells Brownfield the first step is getting familiar with the label. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

In this spotlight on soybeans, discuss the importance of Missourians promoting the state positively to attract pro-agriculture processing companies. Subash Alias, CEO of Missouri Partnership, emphasizes that success is more likely when people are supportive of Missouri. The Yield Partnership, which includes Missouri Soybeans, Missouri Corn, and Missouri Farmers Care, is working to attract such com...

On this Good Friday edition of Agriculture Today, we’ll hear some interviews conducted by members of the Brownfield team over the last week. The reports feature commentary from Illinois farmer Derek Martin, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin, and Iowa State University agronomist Meaghan Anderson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

Brownfield's Brent Barnett visited with 2025-2026 Iowa FFA President Chloe Zittergruen following the 97th Iowa FFA Leadership Conference. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield's Jared White visited with Illinois Beef Association executive vice president Josh St. Peters at an Ag Advisory Council Meeting hosted by U.S. Representative Nikki Budzinski in Springfield, Illinois. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

On this episode of Outdoor Adventures, Brownfield’s Brent Barnett sits down with Deb Hudman from the Missouri Department of Conservation to discuss tick prevention. Many people are out enjoying the outdoors as temperatures warm up this spring, and Hudman says it’s also important to keep an eye out for ticks while taking part in your favorite outdoor activities. This week’s episode is a content par...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter has your look at what the markets will be watching over the holiday weekend. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching planting weather. » Wheat's monitoring winter crop development conditions. » Cattle are digesting the on feed numbers and cash business. » Hogs are keeping an eye on demand. Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https...

Headlines on today’s episode include: Brazil poised to grow potash production, protecting U.S. agriculture from biotechnology threats, Congressman Adrian Smith says new farm bill could improve trade uncertainty, and Illinois ag groups stress export importance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield's Larry Lee visited with Dairy Business Association director of government affairs Chad Zuleger at the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison, Wisconsin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this Appraisal Report with Compeer Financial, Certified General Appraiser Rob Brines talks with Brownfield about recent developments within the farmland market. Brines explains that several factors, such as tariffs impacting farm income, interest rates, and low sales, contribute to a weakening farmland market and uncertainty in agriculture. Tune in for more about how solar/green energy and plan...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the pre-holiday gains in cattle and hogs, the losses in soybeans and corn, and the mixed finish for wheat. Closing numbers: » May corn $4.82 and ¼ down $.02 » May soybeans $10.36 and ½ down $.02 and 1/4 » May soybean meal $295.60 down $1.10 » May soybean oil 47.87 up 39 points » May Chicago wheat $5.48 and ¾ up $.01 » June live cat...

Brownfield's Jared White visited with Illinois Soybean Association director of government relations and strategy Andrew Larson at an Ag Advisory Council Meeting hosted by U.S. Representative Nikki Budzinski's in Springfield, Illinois. 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 early gains in cattle, soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mostly firm start for hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans have early help from products. » Corn and wheat are watching rain. » Cattle are waiting for direct business and the on feed report. » Hogs are monitoring demand. Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag ne...

Farmers know getting their crops off to a good start is crucial to achieving maximum yield potential. Senior Manager for Plant Nutrition Ron Calhoun with Nutrien Ag Solutions says emergence vigor and stand establishment consistency helps crops emerge and grow at the same rate, ensuring uniformity and the best chance for success. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...

On this episode of Agriculture Today, we’ll learn about the future of Roundup in a feature report with an official from Bayer Crop Science, we’ll also dive into President Trump’s trade strategy, expanded access for meat and poultry products, disaster assistance from USDA, and the uncertain future for Iowa’s biodiesel industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Brownfield's Larry Lee visited with Dairy Business Association director of government affairs Chad Zuleger at the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison, Wisconsin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .