A west-central Iowa livestock producer says monitoring cattle has been critical during the current heatwave. Justin Robbins with Robbins Land and Cattle says heat index values soared above 100 degrees Fahrenheit over the weekend. “I like to watch the activity and what’s going on,” he said. “Are they off by themselves panting, are they just…… Continue Reading
Disease potential in late-planted crops
A representative with Gowan USA says farmers who struggled with late planting this spring need to be aware of the potential for disease issues that are “not the norm.” Jon Sherwin, who covers Illinois, says it could expose the corn crop to extended susceptibility to tar spot and southern rust. “The two largest yield robbers…… Continue Reading
Ag Innovation Field Day Preview
Missouri Soybean’s Ag Innovation Field Day is coming up on August 22 at the Farm for Soy Innovation. In this Spotlight on Soybeans, Missouri Soybean’s Director of Conservation Ag and Farm Operations Clayton Light previews the event. The post Ag Innovation Field Day Preview appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
Tariff talk
With the recent news European Union member states have a plan in place should trade negotiations with the U.S. go south, Iowa State University Extension economist Chad Hart says that’s concerning for agriculture. He tells Brownfield while the EU took similar steps during President Trump’s first term, the stakes for U.S. ag exports are higher…… Continue Reading
U.S. leads global milk production growth
Milk production is going up in the U.S., Argentina, and New Zealand while declining in Australia and the European Union. USDA’s July World Markets and Trade report says U.S. farmers increased herds in anticipation of new processing capacity. U.S. exports were also strong in the first five months of this year supported by competitive prices…… Continue Reading
Cattle futures higher to finish the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher, watching direct business to develop and waiting on the afternoon’s cattle reports from the UDSA. August live cattle closed $.67 higher at $226.47 and October live cattle closed $1.00 higher at $223.15. August feeder cattle close $2.47 higher at $331.37 and September feeder cattle…… Continue Reading
Soybeans, corn lower to finish the week
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling. August beans were down 5 and ½ at $9.98 and ¾. The market is also watching crop development conditions, which have been hot. The market is looking ahead to next week, waiting on a crop condition update from the USDA, which comes out on Monday – and…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: July 25, 2025
Sep. corn closed at $3.99 and 1/2, down 2 and 1/4 centsAug. soybeans closed at $9.98 and 3/4, down 5 and 1/2 centsAug. soybean meal closed at $267.80, down $1.90Aug. soybean oil closed at 56.49, up 18 pointsSep. wheat closed at $5.38 and 1/4, down 3 1/4 centsAug. live cattle closed at $226.47, up 67…… Continue Reading
Placements down 8% in latest Cattle on Feed report
There were fewer cattle placed into U.S. feedlots in June 2025. The USDA says last month’s placements were 1.44 million head, down 8% on the year and below the average pre-report estimates. The ongoing ban on live cattle imports from Mexico because of the New World screwworm continues to impact the number of cattle placed. All cattle on calves on feed in the U.S.…… Continue Reading
MSU provides cover crop guidance
A sustainable agricultural researcher says there are several considerations farmers need to make before planting cover crops following wheat harvest. Michigan State University’s Brook Wilke says, “We know that adding more diversity in fields does help to improve soil health faster with more diversity, so be creative.” He says growers can add nitrogen to build…… Continue Reading
