Revenue protection insurance prices are set in October and a crop insurance specialist says with one week left to the month, there could be some good news for corn farmers looking for a claim. Rich Morrison, the vice president of farm services with NAU Country Insurance, tells Brownfield the corn average is $4.19 and soybean…… Continue Reading
Members of the cattle industry say Argentina plan isn’t the way to lower beef prices
The CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says President Trump’s plan to import more beef from Argentina undercuts America’s farmers and ranchers. “That what he’s asking for is for us as cattle producers to take less money for our cattle.” Colin Woodall tells Brownfield producers have been struggling for years. “We need to be…… Continue Reading
Cattle futures close sharply lower amid ongoing uncertainty
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle closed sharply lower following President Trump’s comments on Wednesday afternoon. December live cattle closed $5.0 lower at $239.82 and February live cattle closed $5.90 lower at $240.37. November feeder cattle closed $9.25 lower at $364.22 and January feeder cattle closed $9.25 lower at $361.02. Direct cash…… Continue Reading
Cash dairy prices mostly steady-to-lower Wednesday
Cash dairy prices were steady to lower except for powder Wednesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was unchanged at $0.67. No sales were recorded. Forty-pound cheese blocks were down $0.0250 at $1.74. Two sales were recorded at $1.74 and $1.7650. Cheese barrels were down $0.02 at $1.7550. No sales were recorded. Butter prices…… Continue Reading
Advocate or Reporter? Know the Difference.
I have said it before and will continue to shout it from the rooftops: There’s a difference between an advocate and a reporter whether you’re talking about agriculture, politics, or college football. One roots for a side; the other tells you what actually happened. A news reporter is not supposed to be your cheerleader. Lately,…… Continue Reading
Uncertainty dominates for grain farmers starting to plan for the next season
An agricultural policy specialist says farmers are likely to delay their planting decisions as long as possible with the current market uncertainty. Michigan State University’s Alan Ker tells Brownfield it’s a very difficult time to advise grain farmers. “Switching that acreage is not trivial and not costless,” he explains. “It leaves the farmer wondering, ‘Are we in a…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 22, 2025
Dec. corn $4.23, up 3 and 1/4 centsNov. soybeans $10.34 and 3/4, up 4 centsDec. soybean meal $290.00, up $3.10Dec. soybean oil 50.07, down 58 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $5.03 and 3/4, up 3 and 1/2 centsDec. live cattle $239.82, down $5.60Nov. feeder cattle $364.22, down $9.25Dec. lean hogs $82.40, down 87 centsNov. Class III milk…… Continue Reading
Market analysts say US, China trade negotiations could bring fresh momentum to soybean markets
A senior market advisor at Total Farm Marketing says the ag industry remains optimistic that upcoming trade negotiations between the U.S. and China could result in a boost in soybean prices. “I think we’ll have our answer in three weeks,” she says. “It’s either going to happen or it’s not.” Naomi Blohm says higher priced grain…… Continue Reading
Reliable Rail bill continues to gain support
Legislation designed to improve railroad service remains held up in committee as lawmakers focus on funding the government. Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin tells Brownfield reliable railroad service has been absent, as businesses continue to struggle with shipping and receiving goods, especially in areas off the main Class I rail lines. “We need to hold these…… Continue Reading
Corn futures edge higher on strong ethanol demand amid U.S. harvest progress
Soybeans were mixed, with nearby contracts up and deferred months down. Beans continue to wait for meetings between the U.S. and China this week in Malaysia and next week in South Korea. That’s even with some questions as to whether or not President Trump and President Xi will have face-to-face tariff negotiations at that APEC…… Continue Reading
