Brownfield Ag News

Brownfield's Meghan Grebner has a look at the gains in soybeans, corn, and wheat overnight and where cattle and hog markets might head once business resumes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This episode features a conversation with Spencer Bauer from River Certified about the do's and dont's of May catfishing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Some of the stories on today's show include: -The U.S. agriculture industry is still digesting the details of the EPA’s recently released draft fungicide strategy. -The president of the U.S. Meat Export Federation says China could return as a buyer of U.S. beef after going more than a year without purchases.  -U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says he’s encouraged by steps taken by t...

This week, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Kentucky ag economist Kenny Burdine discuss the trend in cattle and hog markets. They also take a deep dive into demand indicators, risk management strategies, and what it's going to take to grow the cattle herd.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher moves in soybeans, corn, and wheat, the decline in cattle, and the mixed end-of-the-week finish for hogs. July corn $4.71 and ¼ up $.03 and 3/4 July soybeans $12.08 up $.15 and 3/4 July soybean meal $319.70 up $.80 July soybean oil 74.32 up 17 points July Chicago wheat $6.19 up $.06 and 3/4 June live cattle $248.90 down...

Adding value to each acre. Hear Don Wyss, Indiana soybean grower, explain how he is finding more value per acre with high-oleic soybeans grown for use in food and feed.  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 overnight move in soybeans, mostly firm trade in wheat, and losses in corn, along with how cattle and hogs could end the week. 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:  - Digesting EPA’s fungicide strategy - USDA committed to rural broadband  - Lawmakers continue debate over Prop 12  - New Indiana soybean facility looks to grow demand - Challenging conditions for some cattle producers   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 the down days in cattle, corn, soybeans, and wheat, and the mostly firm finish for hogs. July corn $4.67 and ½ down $.01 July soybeans $11.92 and ¼ down $.02 and 1/2 July soybean meal $318.90 up $1.60 July soybean oil 74.15 down 87 points July Chicago wheat $6.12 and ¼ down $.05 June live cattle $250.05 down $3.42 June lean hogs $9...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight losses in wheat, soybeans, and corn, and how cattle and hogs might 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 .

Some of the stories on today's show include: -An agronomy manager with Wyffels Hybrids says the cool, wet streak of weather could pose some challenges.  -New research from Ohio State University shows planting depth can help increase yields in early planting. -A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee is hopeful the Senate Ag Committee will maintain Proposition 12 language in the farm b...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Wednesday's losses in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs, and the mixed finish in cattle. July corn $4.68 and ½ down $.11 and 1/2 July soybeans $11.94 and ¾ down $.16 and 3/4 July soybean meal $317.13 down $3.10 July soybean oil 75.02 down 189 points July Chicago wheat $6.17 and ¼ down $.10 and 1/2 June live cattle $253.47 up $.25 Jun...

Planning for the future of your farm goes beyond succession—it starts with a solid business plan. In this episode of the Next Gen Podcast, Brownfield’s Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican sit down with Purdue University’s Renee Wiatt to break down how business planning and financial transparency play a critical role in successful farm transitions. Wiatt also explains why many farmers delay retiremen...

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

Some of the stories on today's show include: -An ag economist says rising input costs and concerns about product availability due to the ongoing conflict in Iran led to a decline in farmer sentiment in this month’s Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. -An ag business specialist says the timing could be right for cattle producers in Missouri to start rebuilding cattle herds. -A Minneso...

The benefits of working with a cooperative don’t stop at closing. In this Compeer Home Podcast episode, Compeer Home Loan Officer Lindsey Anderson breaks down the value of member-ownership and why partnering with a community-rooted lender pays off long after the loan is funded. Learn more about how Compeer Home champions rural America: https://www.compeerhome.com/about-us/.  See Privacy Polic...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Tuesday's higher moves in cattle and hogs, and the declines in corn, soybeans, and wheat. July corn $4.80 down $.05 and 3/4 July soybeans $12.11 and ½ down $.11 and 1/4 July soybean meal $320.40 down $.50 July soybean oil 76.91 up 38 points July Chicago wheat $6.27 and ¾ down $.13 and 1/4 June live cattle $253.22 up $1.47 June lean...

The Illinois Corn Marketing Board continues to utilize corn checkoff dollars to support the mission of the Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom program to bring ag to students. In this Managing for Profit, Kevin Daugherty, director of Illinois Ag in the Classroom, discusses the importance of this effort. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

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

Some of the stories on today's show include: -The National Young Farmers Coalition says the farm bill recently passed out of the U.S. House fails to provide meaningful investments for new and beginning producers. -The Kansas state veterinarian says tick-related diseases pose a serious threat to the livestock industry and could negatively impact animal health.&nbs...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Monday's gains in soybeans and corn, the losses in cattle and hogs, and the mixed finish for wheat. July corn $4.85 and ¾ up $.05 and 1/2 July soybeans $12.22 and ¾ up $.19 and 1/2 July soybean meal $320.90 up $1.60 July soybean oil 76.53 up 137 points July Chicago wheat $6.29 and ½ up $.05 June live cattle $251.75 down $1.25 June...

Brownfield's Carah Hart recently sat down with House Agricutlure Ranking Member Angie Craig about the “skinny farm bill,” ag policy priorities, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council is investing in the next generation of Missouri agriculture, sponsoring proficiency awards at the Missouri State FFA Convention. Missouri Soybean's Director of Communications, Samantha Turner, has more details. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Scott Pringnitz, says farmers have access to 1,700 qualified tank-mix partners to use with Enlist One herbicide to get maximum results for their unique needs. He tells Brownfield there are several tips to ensure safer, more effective herbicide applications.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at why wheat was down overnight, what supported soybeans, and why corn was mixed, along with how cattle and hogs could start the week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .