Nathaniel Blackburn charged with 13 counts

Nathaniel Blackburn charged with 13 counts

A 22-year-old Holts Summit man has been charged with 13 offenses, including Four counts of First-Degree Harassment, Four counts of Second-Degree Domestic Assault, Third-Degree Domestic Assault and Fourth-Degree Domestic Assault […]Continue Reading

Rice sector benefits from latest USDA assistance

Rice has the highest per-acre payment rate in USDA’s new Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, at more than $132 per acre. Jake Westlin with USA Rice says rice farmers have been challenged this year. “The cost of production has increased over the years. But also, you know, rice prices are having a pretty challenging time right…Continue Reading

Cattle futures kick off the new year with big gains

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live and feeder cattle futures were sharply higher, supported by the midday gains in beef and the direct trade during the session. Feeders had additional support from the weakness in corn.  February live was up $4.40 at $236 and April was $3.77 higher at $235.97. March feeders were $7.62 higher at $352.95…Continue Reading

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 2, 2026

Mar. corn $4.37 and 1/2, down 2 and 3/4 centsMar. soybeans $10.45 and 3/4, down 1 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal $296.00, down $3.40Mar. soybean oil 49.30, up 74 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.06 and 1/2, down 1/2 centFeb. live cattle $236.00, up $4.40Mar. feeder cattle $356.10, up $5.85Feb. lean hogs $84.10, down $1.00Feb. Class III…Continue Reading

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