There continues to be conversations in agriculture about AI, its future role in the industry, and how it could impact profitability. On this episode of Managing for Profit, a pair of farmers discuss their views on AI and how it’s already impacting some of their management decisions. The post Farmers see AI playing a bigger…… Continue Reading
Morgan Wallen Is Owning His Past + Turning the Page
The country superstar is sharing a deeper side of himself in his new ‘I’m the Problem’ zine — opening up about childhood, controversy and finding peace at home. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Investors fuel stable farmland market across SW Wisconsin
Strong investor interest is helping support farmland values. Compeer Financial senior appraiser Bill Mergen covers southwest Wisconsin and says the ag land market has remained steady in 2025. “You’ve got those people that aren’t necessarily the people that are going to farm it, they view it more as an investment. It always seems that there’s…… Continue Reading
Trade woes, low prices spur call for more aid
The CEO of the American Soybean Association says while the USDA’s latest ad-hoc assistance for farmers is appreciated, farmers could use more help. Stephen Censky says Congress can step in. “They’re going to have to look for the appropriate vehicle in Congress if they want to provide additional assistance and that’s not going to happen…… Continue Reading
December rate cut brings relief for farmers planning 2026 borrowing
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates another quarter point this week. Ag economist Dr. Megan Roberts with Compeer Financial says the Fed is likely responding to labor market concerns. “The non-farm unemployment rate ticked up in September. We are missing some data because of the government shutdown, so we don’t have the October or November…… Continue Reading
American Biofuels Maritime Initiative targets new market opportunities as net-zero policies form
A new initiative aims to accelerate the use of U.S. biofuels in the maritime sector. President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association Geoff Cooper tells Brownfield, “It is to make sure that we are engaging with our policymakers here in the U.S. to help raise their awareness about this opportunity, to help raise their…… Continue Reading
Why John Michael Montgomery Is Ending His Touring Career
In an emotional interview, John Michael Montgomery reflects on ending his touring career and shares why his final concert in Kentucky means so much. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
15 Country Stars Who Fought Their Own Labels
Some of country’s most legendary artists have gone to war against their own record labels. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Cattle futures higher watching direct business develop
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up, watching direct trade develop at sharply higher prices. February live cattle closed $2.42 higher at $230.95 and April live cattle closed $2.30 higher at $230.67. January feeder cattle closed $5.02 higher at $343.40 and March feeder cattle closed $4.85 higher at $337.67. There was…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 11, 2025
Mar. corn $4.46 and 1/2, up 2 and 1/4 centsJan. soybeans $10.93 and 1/2, up 2 and 1/4 centsJan. soybean meal $302.10, up 90 centsJan soybean oil 50.82, down 27 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.33 and 1/2, up 4 centsFeb. live cattle $230.95, up $2.42Jan. feeder cattle $343.47, up $5.02Feb. lean hogs $84.17, up $1.75Jan. Class…… Continue Reading
