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On this Memorial Day, we look back on two news interviews from this past Friday that look at fertilizer issues in the U.S. and the state of soybean exports. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

While there's been excessive rain across much of Missouri, the Bootheel has been dry. Farmer Aaron Porter says that's been affecting soybeans. Learn more in this Spotlight on Soybeans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This week on Brownfield’s Outdoor Adventures, Brent Barnett is joined by Jace Elliott with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to talk all things deer and outdoor recreation in Iowa. Elliott recaps feedback from the Iowa DNR’s public winter meetings, looks ahead to expectations for the 2026 deer seasons, and breaks down key deer population data. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Headlines on today’s episode include:  - Boozman: Farm bill markup in June  - House Ag Committee member says need for substantial emergency farmer aid rising - Fertilizer shortages likely to reduce 2027 crop production, drive commodity prices - More on the US/China trade talks - The latest Cattle on Feed numbers See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notic...

This week, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Tennessee ag economist Charley Martinez dig into the latest livestock market trends, cattle on feed report, and the impact of external factors like trade policies and weather conditions on the meat industry. Martinez focuses on the recent market volatility, slaughter numbers, and future outlooks for beef and pork production.   See Priva...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the pre-holiday weekend's gains in soybeans and corn, the losses in wheat, and the mixed finishes in cattle and hogs. July corn $4.63 and ¼ up $.01 July soybeans $11.96 and ½ up $.02 and 1/4 July soybean meal $331.90 up $3.50 July soybean oil 73.98 up 11 points July Chicago wheat $6.46 and ¼ down $.01 and 1/4 June live cattle $249....

Can you reduce dairy ration costs by 10-15 cents per cow per day? Jim Barmore, consulting dairy nutritionist, explains how feeding high-oleic soybeans can allow dairy producers to pull out other sources of protein and fat to help reduce dairy ration costs. 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 overnight gains in soybeans, the mostly firm move in corn, and the losses in wheat, along with how cattle and hogs could start the session See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Top stories on today's show include: -The director of governmental affairs with the American Soybean Association (ASA) says eliminating countervailing duties currently imposed on Moroccan phosphate fertilizer would bring immediate relief to farmers.  -The founder and CEO of Phospholutions says fertilizer supply challenges in the U.S. are becoming structural rather than temporary. -A member of...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the day's declines in cattle, corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscrib...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed overnight trade in soybeans, the losses in corn and wheat, and what might move cattle and hogs at the open. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Top stories on today's show include: -Cargill has initiated an employee lockout at its Fort Morgan, Colorado beef facility.  -A livestock economist doesn’t expect many surprises in Friday’s Cattle on Feed report.  -Cattle producers in the Central Plains are worried they’re not going to have enough feed supplies.  -The CEO of domestic phosphate fertilizer producer Itafos says sulfur...

This week on the NextGen Podcast, Brownfield’s Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican sit down with USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing young and beginning farmers. Fordyce shares insights on: Access to land and capital USDA loan and conservation programs Risk management tools for beginning farmers Technical assist...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at why corn, soybeans, and wheat were lower overnight and how cattle and hogs could start the session. 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 midweek losses in hogs, wheat, soybeans, and corn, and the mixed finish for cattle Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfi...

Top stories on today's show include: -Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says additional steps are being taken to increase U.S. fertilizer production, and reduce input costs for farmers. -Frustration is mounting in farm country as producers remain under financial pressure.  -A U.S. Representative from Iowa says adjustments to the USMCA trade agreement should be considered during this summer’s reauth...

Cooperation between the Illinois Corn Marketing Board and the Grain and Feed Association of Illinois is bringing added safety education to farmers and grain handlers across the state. In this Managing for Profit, Spencer Janssen, new president of GFAI, explains how the two groups are bringing the message of safety to operations across Illinois.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in soybeans and wheat, the mixed move for corn, and how cattle and hogs could open. 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 gains in cattle, the losses in hogs, and the mixed closes in corn, soybeans, and wheat July corn $4.75 and ¼ down $.01 and 3/4 July soybeans $12.09 and ½ down $.03 and 1/2 July soybean meal $332.30 down $2.20 July soybean oil 75.44 down 19 points July Chicago wheat $6.67 and ¼ up $.02 and 3/4 June live cattle $254.55 up $1.17 J...

Top stories on todays show include: -Corn and soybean futures are higher to start the week after the White House said China agreed to purchase at least $17 billion annually in U.S. ag products for the next three years.   -Corn and soybean planting is moving quickly this spring, running well ahead of the national average. -An ag economist says new trading limits for cattle futures could b...

Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart talks with Collin Peterson about the future of the farm bill and growing concerns that U.S. ag policy is “breaking down under pressure from ad hoc disaster spending and political gridlock.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

July corn $4.77 up $.21 ¼ July soybeans $12.13 up $.36 July soybean meal $334.50 up $.20 July soybean oil 75.63 up 175 points July Chicago wheat $6.64 and 1/2 up $.28 and 3/4 June live cattle $253.37 down $.52 June lean hogs $98.52 down $.22 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldag...

2026 Minnesota Pork Promoter of the Year Lindsey Loken of Blondie’s Butcher Shop in Wanamingo, Minnesota, calls Grillfest the “Super Bowl of summer events” in Minnesota. She tells Brownfield that Minnesota Pork will be sponsoring the barbecue competition, and there will be plenty of pork on display. Grillfest is May 30th and 31st at CHS Field in St. Paul. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr...

Farmers are making good planting progress. In this Spotlight on Soybeans, Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council board member Darrell Aldridge says he's hoping to be done planting soybeans soon. Listen to learn more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

As farmers finish planting and prepare in-season nutrient management plans, Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Chris Kluemke, says spring nitrogen stabilization can pay dividends. He tells Brownfield Instinct NXTGEN nitrogen stabilizer keeps nitrogen in the corn root zone longer, protecting against nitrogen losses caused by leaching. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...