An eastern Nebraska farmer says his soybean crop significantly beat his expectations this year. Mitch Oswald says many fields ended with 80-90 bushel yields despite high moisture levels. “Beans were surprisingly wet for the time of year. We typically see toward the first part of October, we see 7,8 to 9 percent moisture beans. We…… Continue Reading
Southeast Indiana farmer says harvest 2025 is behind schedule
A southeast Indiana farmer says harvest pace is significantly behind schedule. Mike Koehne, raises food grade corn and soybeans in Decatur County, and says his soybean crop is finally ready. “We got planted late,” he says. “We were really wet this spring, so we’re just now getting started. It’s not a bumper crop by any…… Continue Reading
Moisture swings and market prices complicate harvest decisions for Illinois farmers
A southeastern Illinois farmer says soybeans have been the focus of harvest operations in his area. Don Guinnip, who raises corn, soybeans, wheat, and cattle in Clark County, tells Brownfield, “Harvest has begun.” He says, “There’s a lot of beans coming out. I would say the beans are very average and, in some cases, disappointing.…… Continue Reading
Corn leads U.S. grain export inspections with strong shipments to Mexico and Japan
Corn continues to leave U.S. ports at a rapid pace. The USDA says corn export inspections during the week ending October 2nd were up sharply on the year, mainly to Mexico and Japan, reflecting the strong global demand thanks to favorable prices. Just over a month into the current marketing year, corn inspections are running…… Continue Reading
Trade mission highlights importance of partnership with Japan
The director of market development for Ohio Corn and Wheat says a recent Japanese trade mission is helping strengthen a long-standing partnership with the country. Wendy Osborn tells Brownfield, “Developing those relationships with the farmer, staff in other countries, and in the United States is key to have those discussions and finalize some of these trade…… Continue Reading
Don’t Forget to Check for Soybean Cyst Nematode
In this Spotlight on Soybeans, hear from University of Missouri Extension Plant Pathologist Mandy Bish, who says farmers should consider Soybean Cyst Nematode testing this fall. The post Don’t Forget to Check for Soybean Cyst Nematode appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
SCN still the #1 soybean threat, farmers reminded to test fields this fall
The outreach agronomist with the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) says soybean cyst nematode (SCN) remains the most damaging pathogen to the crop in the U.S. Stephanie Porter says that farmers managing for high-yielding soybeans need to know their SCN number. “For example, even though you’ve tested 10 years ago, the results might be different now,…… Continue Reading
Effective Preemergence Weed Control
Corteva Agriscience market development specialist Jeff Bode says Kyber Pro and Sonic Boom herbicides are new additions to the Corteva soybean portfolio that feature multiple modes of action to combat hard to control weeds like Palmer amaranth and waterhemp. He tells Brownfield farmers say both preemergence herbicides are easy to use and provide flexibility. The…… Continue Reading
Economist says shutdown could lead to volatility in the markets
An ag economist says a prolonged government shutdown could add more volatility to the livestock markets. Josh Maples with Mississippi State University says the Livestock and Meat International Trade Data report that was supposed to be released this week is a key source of information. “One of the fundamental reasons for these reports is that…… Continue Reading
Much cooler, more seasonal air on the northern Plains; another summer-like day for the Midwest
The post Much cooler, more seasonal air on the northern Plains; another summer-like day for the Midwest appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
