Brownfield Ag News

Stories on this episode include: -U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says he’s optimistic about trade negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico. -A Dekalb/Asgrow field agronomist says even though the calendar just turned to October, 2026 is already feeling like a long harvest season.  -The high cost of fuel is squeezing margins on an east-central Wisconsin dairy farm. -The August soybean crush was th...

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

Access to land remains one of the biggest challenges facing young farmers and ranchers. On this episode of the Next Gen Podcast, Brownfield's Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican sit down with Minneapolis-based attorney Mark Balzarini to discuss how land swap agreements can help farm families navigate ownership transitions, support succession planning, and improve opportunities for the next generatio...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher overnight business in corn, soybeans, and wheat, along with what cattle and hogs are looking at 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 and the losses in corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Stories on this episode include: -The chief economist at the USDA says rising diesel costs are becoming a greater concern for agriculture as harvest continues. -Outside influences continue to cause volatility in the cattle market.  -Corteva has agreed to a $35 million proposed settlement that the Federal Trade Commission says “could lower pesticide prices for American farmers.” -An ag weather...

The primary goal of the Illinois corn checkoff is to improve farmer profitability. In this Managing for Profit, Matt Raben, a Gallatin County farmer and new chairman of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, discusses some of their recent efforts.   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 supported corn and soybeans overnight, why wheat was lower, and what cattle and hogs will be watching 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 hogs and soybeans, the mixed closes for cattle and wheat, and the modest losses in corn See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Stories on this episode include: -A commodities economist says the grain markets are disappointed with the lack of immediate purchases from China as more details are unveiled from last week’s meeting. -The Environmental Protection Agency recently awarded $15 million in research grants to study how PFAS, or forever chemicals, can move through crops and livestock. -Rain in some key growing areas lim...

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 USDA Chief Economist Justin Benavidez about rising input costs, the outlook for the farm economy, trade with China, growing domestic demand, and how USDA is modernizing its data.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...

Logan Groleau was selected as a winner of the Wyffels Corn Belt Award because of his drive and hard work in school, sports, and throughout his community. Logan is in varsity football, varsity shooting, and FFA, where he is a sentinel. He enjoys the camaraderie of team sports and FFA, working together towards a common goal. Logan is vice president of his 4-H chapter and he exhibits livestock, such...

Dawson Hlavacek was selected as a winner of the Wyffels Corn Belt Award because of his involvement and hard work in school, sports, and throughout his community. In school, Dawson plays football, basketball, baseball, track, and golf. He is also part of FBLA, student council, FFA, FCA, and the National Honor Society. Dawson has participated in choir, band, and was in a one-act play, saying all of...

Simon Brand was chosen for the Wyffels Corn Belt Award because he shows good character and dedication to his school and community. In school, Simon is involved in soccer, basketball, band, and FFA, where he is part of the livestock judging team. He enjoys being part of a team, hanging out with his friends, and seeing the things they can do when they work together. Simon is also part of 4-H at a co...

Jacob Swick was chosen for the Wyffels Corn Belt Award because he shows integrity and dedication to his school and community. Jacob is involved in football, wrestling, track, an after-school youth group, and participated in a one-act. Being part of high school sports and activities has taught Jacob hard work, discipline, and commitment. Though football, wrestling, and track challenge him in differ...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight declines in soybeans, corn, and 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 .

Corteva Agriscience technical field agronomist Jeff Bode calls harvest a great time to look back at the season’s weed control program and to start planning for next season. He tells Brownfield there are several steps growers can take to get the most from harvest and start preparing for 2027.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...

Zane Hoffman has been named as a Wyffels Corn Belt Award winner due to his commitment to his school, community, and the agriculture industry. To Zane, agriculture is more than planting crops. He has grown up breeding, raising, and showing Angus cattle and swine, showing Zane things he wouldn't be able to learn elsewhere. He is vice president of his FFA chapter, active in livestock judging, and plo...

Grace Anderson was selected as a winner of the Wyffels Corn Belt Award because of her involvement and hard work in school, sports, and throughout her community. In school, Grace is captain of her high school volleyball and basketball teams, class secretary, and secretary of the Mallard Athletic Club. She is also a member of student council, FCA, Mallards Driving With A Purpose, and part of the HSH...

As a Wyffels Corn Belt Award winner, Cash Rumple shows his passion and commitment through his involvement in his school, community, and the agriculture industry. Cash currently participates in FFA, Business Professionals of America (BPA), and the National Honor Society, saying he enjoys being able to continually grow. Through these activities Cash has been able to develop as a leader and as an ind...

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

Stories on this episode include: -A new corn leaf disease has been identified in Michigan and researchers say it’s likely widespread in the Great Lakes Region. -The president of Minnesota Farmers Union hopes farm bill negotiators can find middle ground on the federal nutrition program. -A rancher in the Nebraska Sandhills says soaring diesel prices are hitting every part of her cattle operation.&n...

In this episode, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and ag economist Charley Martinez the director of the the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management discuss the latest livestock market data, including cattle and hog markets, and beef and pork production. The also touch on some of the external factors that are impacting the industry.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califo...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight losses in corn, soybeans, 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 .