Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of above-normal temperatures across the western half of the U.S., while colder-than-normal conditions will cover most areas from the Mississippi Valley to the Atlantic Coast. Meanwhile, near- or above-normal precipitation across the northern half of the U.S., along with southern sections of Texas and…… Continue Reading
ABA says next farm bill must raise loan limits to meet modern ag costs
The American Bankers Association says the next farm bill will be critical for the farm financial outlook. ABA’s Ed Elfmann tells Brownfield the legislation needs to increase the size of guaranteeing loan limits. “They are currently too low for modern agriculture,” he said. “They are $1.75 million in statute, but are really about $2.25 million…… Continue Reading
Producers battling Theileria losses might qualify for Livestock Indemnity Program
Cattle producers experiencing losses from a tick-borne parasite could qualify for the Livestock Indemnity Program. University of Missouri Extension Veterinarian Craig Payne says dealing with Theileria can be costly, and financial assistance can help farmers rebuild. The post Producers battling Theileria losses might qualify for Livestock Indemnity Program appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
NOAA/NWS releases December, updated 2025-2026 Winter & Drought Outlooks
The post NOAA/NWS releases December, updated 2025-2026 Winter & Drought Outlooks appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
Cattle futures higher ahead of direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up, with boxed beef higher during the session, waiting on direct business to develop. February live cattle closed $1.10 higher at $221.90 and April live cattle closed $.97 higher at $223.40. January feeder cattle closed $1.97 higher at $331.85 and March feeder cattle closed $1.87…… Continue Reading
Soybeans drift on China demand questions and favorable South American crop outlook
Soybeans were lower on profit taking and technical selling. There’s been more talk of China buying U.S. beans this week, but no confirmation from the USDA yet. While that might just mean purchases have fallen short of the 100,000-ton mark required for daily reporting, it’s still deflating for market psychology. Some U.S. vessels are reportedly…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 3, 2025
Mar. corn $4.43 and 1/2, down 6 and 1/2 centsJan. soybeans $11.15 and 3/4, down 9 centsJan. soybean meal $311.30, down 30 centsJan soybean oil 51.67, down 101 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.38 and 1/4, down 2 and 3/4 centsFeb. live cattle $221.90, up $1.10Jan. feeder cattle $331.85, up $1.97Feb. lean hogs $81.00, up 82 centsJan.…… Continue Reading
Naig cautious, but optimistic about U.S.-China discussions
Iowa’s ag secretary says recent U.S.-China trade discussions have brought some cautious optimism to the ag industry. Mike Naig says a trade framework is good news, but more details are needed. “I want to be clear, trust but verify,” he said. “We certainly take it as good news at the highest levels. We’re talking about…… Continue Reading
USDA reports mixed broiler hatchery trends as egg sets rise on week, but slip on year
U.S. broiler hatchery numbers are continuing their recent mixed trend. Part of the week-to-week and year-to-year changes can be linked to the seasonal rise in reports of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, in addition to producers trying to adjust their flocks to meet demand. The USDA says 249.787 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubators last…… Continue Reading
More optimism in farm country drives boost in this month’s Ag Economy Barometer
An ag economist says more optimism in farm country helped boost producer sentiment in this month’s Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Professor emeritus Jim Mintert says it rose to its highest level since June. “The trade announcement with China took place after the October survey was done,” he says. “Corn and soybean prices were up between 10 and…… Continue Reading
