Mar. corn closed at $4.82, down 4 and 1/2 centsMar. soybeans closed at $10.45, down 10 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal closed at $300.80, down $4.10Mar. soybean oil closed at 45.00, down 22 pointsMar. wheat closed at $5.35 and 1/2, down 8 and 1/2 centsFeb. live cattle closed at $205.67, up 90 centsMar. feeder cattle…… Continue Reading
Soybeans, corn, wheat see a down day
Soybeans were lower on profit taking and technical selling. There was rain over the weekend in parts Argentina and southern Brazil, with more in the midweek forecast ahead of a return to drier weather. There was also rain in the forecast for central Brazil, further delaying harvest activity, which is sitting around 4% complete. Despite…… Continue Reading
3 issues to monitor for pork producers in 2025
Pictured: Dr. Brett Kaysen with the National Pork Board at the 2025 Iowa Pork Congress (Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield) The senior vice president of producer and state engagement for the National Pork Board says many hog farmers are focusing on three key issues this year. Dr. Brett Kaysen says swine health is at the top…… Continue Reading
NPB prioritizing international market development
Pictured: Courtney Knupp with the National Pork Board at the 2025 Iowa Pork Congress (Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield) An ag trade specialist with the National Pork Board says international market development is a major priority in 2025. Courtney Knupp says there are some barriers in reaching new markets. “The biggest challenge in international, which is…… Continue Reading
Conservation isn’t one size fits all
Using the 4Rs of nutrient management. The technical assistance specialist with the Indiana Ag Nutrient Alliance says there is no one size fits all when it comes to conservation. Hans Schmitz tells Brownfield, “The right source, right rate, right time and right place for nutrient application. We understand that every farm is unique and for a…… Continue Reading
Report: Miley Cyrus Staying Out of Billy Ray Cyrus ‘Family Drama’
An unnamed source says Miley Cyrus is protecting her peace amid her country singer dad’s ongoing controversy. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Protecting water and property rights top the list of priorities for Missouri producers
The president of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association says water rights are one of the organization’s top priorities in 2025. Southeast Missouri producer Jeff Reed says producers need to be protected. “We’re a riparian state,” he says. “People were wanting to pump water out of the state of Missouri, so we want to make sure we’re…… Continue Reading
Protecting water and property rights top the list of priorities for Missouri produces
The president of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association says water rights are one of the organization’s top priorities in 2025. Southeast Missouri producer Jeff Reed says producers need to be protected. “We’re a riparian state,” he says. “People were wanting to pump water out of the state of Missouri, so we want to make sure we’re…… Continue Reading
Market advisor expects little change in crop plans
A marketing advisor says he is not expecting any big changes in crop plans this spring. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing tells Brownfield farmers are not looking at shifting from soybeans to corn, at least not yet. “I haven’t heard a whole lot of people cutting back. I have heard some that are switching…… Continue Reading
You Won’t Believe Post Malone’s Weight Loss Secret
Forget Ozempic — Post Malone swapped fried food for grilled chicken and learned the true power of one secret ingredient. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
