Soybeans were modestly higher on short covering and technical buying. The trade continues to monitor the mostly favorable crop weather in South America. CONAB’s updated outlook for Brazil is out December 11th, while the USDA’s next round of supply, demand, and production numbers is set for January 12th. Ahead of Wednesday’s open, China purchased 136,000…… Continue Reading
USDA partners with Michigan State University to centralize new farmer resources
USDA and Michigan State University Extension are launching new resources for beginning farmers. Michigan State University Extension Educator Jon LaPorte tells Brownfield, “We’ve been focusing on centralizing all of our resources.” “USDA wanted to take that idea kind of to the next level and said, let’s build on what you’ve got at MSU,” he explains.…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 10, 2025
Mar. corn $4.44 and 1/4, down 3 and 3/4 centsJan. soybeans $10.91 and 1/4, up 4 centsJan. soybean meal $301.20, down 10 centsJan soybean oil 51.09, up 7 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.29 and 1/2, down 5 centsFeb. live cattle $228.52, up $1.57Jan. feeder cattle $338.57, up $2.87Feb. lean hogs $82.42, up 55 centsJan. Class III…… Continue Reading
Why Gratitude Matters: Reflections From the Deer Stand and the Farm This Holiday Season
Commentary. Each year during the holiday season, I sit down and make a list of things for which I am truly thankful. Some entries never change—deep and meaningful friendships, a loving and supportive family, a career that challenges and rewards me in equal measure, and the blessing of good health. These constants anchor my list,…… Continue Reading
October soybean crush, corn for ethanol numbers rise on month, year
The USDA says October 2025 soybean crush and corn for ethanol numbers were strong. Those were both linked to processors taking advantage of new crop supplies, while enjoying good margins and trying to meet expected demand. The soybean crush was a record 237 million bushels, rising 32 million from September and 21 million from October…… Continue Reading
IATP: USMCA review an opportunity to strengthen the North American food supply chain
The Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy says the upcoming review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement should focus on implementing long-term strategies to help strengthen the food supply chain. Karen Hansen-Kuhn is the director of trade and international strategies, says the three countries should be working together to help stabilize the marketplace. “Canada’s Dairy Supply Management…… Continue Reading
USDA launches regenerative agriculture pilot program to help improve soil health and strengthen the food supply chain
The USDA has announced a $700 million regenerative agriculture pilot program to help farmers improve soil health and strengthen the food supply chain. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the initiative is designed by farmers for farmers. “Improving the health of our soil is critical not only for the future viability of farmland, but to the future…… Continue Reading
E15 support grows, petroleum industry rejoins push
The president of the Illinois Corn Growers Association says more political support is being thrown behind nationwide, year-round E15. Mark Bunselmeyer, who farms in Macon County, says Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has joined the growing list of state leaders calling for Congressional action on the measure. “Our governor sent a letter to our two senators…… Continue Reading
Big week-to-week differences in broiler sets, placements
Broiler hatchery numbers were widely mixed over the past week. The USDA says 247.678 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubators, down 4.049 million on the week, at least partially due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza leading to some flock depopulation, but still up 1% on the year. Average hatchability was 79.8%. 195.421 million broiler-type…… Continue Reading
Corn Rootworm Strategies
Among the many challenges that corn growers face every growing season, corn rootworms can be among the most damaging. In this Managing for Profit, DEKALB corn portfolio lead Matthew Strubhart discusses strategies for protecting yield from this costly pest. The post Corn Rootworm Strategies appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
